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AG09 JAX

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,971 mi
Last recorded96,971 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG09 JAX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 96,971 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 86,555 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 84,820 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 80,761 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 78,216 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 74,222 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 74,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 71,197 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 71,191 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2019 66,694 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn more on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 63,256 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 58,241 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 54,409 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 50,665 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 46,299 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 41,538 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 41,538 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 32,159 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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AG09 JAX is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AG09 JAX, 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 AG09 JAX registered?

AG09 JAX is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 2 May 2009.

Is AG09 JAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG09 JAX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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