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AF09 XVU

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

138,577 mi
Last recorded138,577 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 XVU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 138,577 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 122,795 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint upper arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 114,165 miles

Sill & underbody covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2015 110,328 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on edges of tyres advise change and tracking after tyres fitted (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 110,326 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on edges of tyres advise change and tracking after tyres fitted (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 91,323 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 80,495 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 72,227 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 55,161 miles

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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AF09 XVU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AF09 XVU, 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 AF09 XVU registered?

AF09 XVU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is AF09 XVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 XVU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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