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GY09 GME

2009 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,305 mi
Last recorded93,305 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 13559,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 GME
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 93,305 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 90,561 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 89,648 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 87,839 miles

Coolant leak Dripping slightly off undertray ()

Fuel filler cap seal perishing

Nearside Front Minor damage to tyre outer side wall and no cords exposed

Nearside Mirror glass slightly defective

Offside Front Condensation build up in unit but not affecting beam pattern

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 87,839 miles

Coolant leak Dripping slightly off undertray ()

Fuel filler cap seal perishing

Nearside Front Minor damage to tyre outer side wall and no cords exposed

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Mirror glass slightly defective

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Condensation build up in unit but not affecting beam pattern

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 86,093 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 83,250 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 78,450 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 67,221 miles

Nearside Front mirror glass deteriorated

Fail 17 Dec 2018 67,221 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front mirror glass deteriorated

Pass 20 Dec 2017 55,202 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 52,312 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 48,594 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 43,890 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 34,887 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 31,997 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 26,969 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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GY09 GME is a 2009 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 59,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY09 GME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY09 GME registered?

GY09 GME is a 2009 BMW 135, first registered on 25 March 2009.

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