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X16 JLJ

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,954 mi
Last recorded99,954 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX16 JLJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 99,954 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2022 99,954 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 94,952 miles

under tray fitted to under body

Pass 11 Jan 2020 84,384 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 74,607 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 66,394 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 63,217 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 50,705 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 42,998 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 33,224 miles

Light scratch on nearside windscreen

No exhaust emmissions as readings too low

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre starting to split in tread area

Offside rear brake disc rusty

Pass 13 Feb 2013 21,263 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 20,594 miles

REAR TYRES WILL REQUIRE RENEWAL IN THE NEAR FUTURE AND SUGGEST CARRY OUT STEERIN GEOMETRY

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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X16 JLJ is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 75,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X16 JLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X16 JLJ registered?

X16 JLJ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is X16 JLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X16 JLJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X16 JLJ have outstanding finance?

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