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PL59 HLW

2009 BMW 320

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,811 mi
Last recorded96,811 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 32090,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL59 HLW
MakeBMW
Model320
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 96,811 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 94,942 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 88,021 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 80,836 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 78,065 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 78,065 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 75,160 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2019 72,295 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 72,291 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the BMW 320?

Based on 266,506 MOT tests across 44,303 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
7,827
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
44,303
On UK Roads
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PL59 HLW is a 2009 BMW 320 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 90,379 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL59 HLW registered?

PL59 HLW is a 2009 BMW 320, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is PL59 HLW safe to buy?

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