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HK09 HKL

2009 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,966 mi
Last recorded108,966 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 13559,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK09 HKL
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 108,966 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 108,966 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35R18 88Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 101,464 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 91,381 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 82,798 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 75,695 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 75,695 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 70,187 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 70,187 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 59,715 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 52,245 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 52,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 47,807 miles

nearside front tyre slightly damaged. offside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

Pass 4 Aug 2016 42,164 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 39,927 miles

Centre brake les broken.

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 33,934 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 29,233 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 22,970 miles

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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HK09 HKL is a 2009 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HK09 HKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK09 HKL registered?

HK09 HKL is a 2009 BMW 135, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is HK09 HKL safe to buy?

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