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L3 CGO

2009 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

100,053 mi
Last recorded100,053 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 13559,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 CGO
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 100,053 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2025 97,398 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 93,950 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 87,274 miles

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

Undertrays fitted restricting view of some components

Fail 8 Mar 2023 87,239 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

Undertrays fitted restricting view of some components

Pass 27 Apr 2021 83,998 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 82,087 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2019 73,634 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 61,846 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 55,088 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 49,541 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 42,168 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 35,451 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 33,668 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2012 27,566 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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L3 CGO is a 2009 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 L3 CGO, 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 L3 CGO registered?

L3 CGO is a 2009 BMW 135, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is L3 CGO safe to buy?

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