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R6 WXA

2009 BMW 130

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

129,567 mi
Last recorded129,567 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 13063,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 WXA
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 129,567 miles

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

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 120,053 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 111,775 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2023 111,775 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 103,200 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2022 103,074 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 94,452 miles

Doors keep locking once key is inserted

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

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush (inner) (Middle arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Physical button unlocks all doors then immediately re locks them (Key symbol on dash)

Rear Washers blocked

Fail 12 Aug 2021 94,452 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Doors keep locking once key is inserted

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

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush (inner) (Middle arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Physical button unlocks all doors then immediately re locks them (Key symbol on dash)

Rear Washers blocked

Pass 17 Aug 2020 85,441 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 75,645 miles

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

Rear Washers blocked

Fail 25 Apr 2019 75,608 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Brand: Nexen (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Washers blocked

Pass 30 Apr 2018 66,682 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2017 57,404 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Apr 2016 47,048 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 38,030 miles

nsf tyre smooth on outer edge

Pass 29 Apr 2014 31,689 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 31,689 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 26,353 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 20,653 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

large plastic covers fitted obstructing view of underside of vechial

offside front tyre has a deep cut in treads but plys or cords not showing

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
Full BMW 130 reliability report

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R6 WXA is a 2009 BMW 130 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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

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 R6 WXA, 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 R6 WXA registered?

R6 WXA is a 2009 BMW 130, first registered on 26 April 2009.

Is R6 WXA safe to buy?

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