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BU55 DET

2009 BMW 130

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,471 mi
Last recorded79,471 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 13063,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU55 DET
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 79,471 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 73,709 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 66,988 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 64,409 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 62,186 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 58,714 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 56,134 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 53,594 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 50,621 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 45,126 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 37,965 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 32,514 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

OSF tyre worn uneven outer edge, no cords showing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 26,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 20,118 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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BU55 DET is a 2009 BMW 130 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 63,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU55 DET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU55 DET registered?

BU55 DET is a 2009 BMW 130, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is BU55 DET safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU55 DET shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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