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X70 DLP

2009 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

124,581 mi
Last recorded124,581 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX70 DLP
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 124,581 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 117,913 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 108,570 miles

Engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2022 99,332 miles

Engine cover & under tray fitted

Fail 12 Jul 2022 99,327 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45R17 ROF (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45R17 ROF (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Engine cover & under tray fitted

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 93,343 miles

Undertray & engine cover fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2020 88,954 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 83,798 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 77,728 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 72,763 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 May 2016 66,934 miles

top and bottom vehicle protection covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 21 Jul 2015 62,072 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 53,303 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 Jul 2013 46,688 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 32,134 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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X70 DLP is a 2009 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X70 DLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X70 DLP registered?

X70 DLP is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 3 August 2009.

Is X70 DLP safe to buy?

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