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2009 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · MT09 MSV

MT09 MSV

2009 BMW 120 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 155,090 miles. MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 120
Year / Origin
2009 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 23 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
155,090 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2009
Engine
2000cc
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MT09 MSV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
  • 155,090 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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MT09 MSV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Sept 2026, 11:36
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW 120 (MT09 MSV) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

MT09 MSV Mileage History

  1. 24/03/2023122,275 mi
  2. 23/03/2024132,398 mi+10,123 mi
  3. 22/03/2025141,973 mi+9,575 mi
  4. 20/03/2026155,090 mi+13,117 mi
  5. 20/03/2026155,090 mi

Average of roughly 10,974 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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No outstanding recalls
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