BJ59 KWN

2009 BMW — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
BMW
Year
2009
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
GREY
Engine
2000 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
4 April 2027 (294 days away)
Last recorded mileage
32,037 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 45/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2009 Bmw has 22 MOT tests on record with a 68% pass rate and 32,037 miles. While mileage is consistent, the sheer volume of recurring issues points to a vehicle requiring significant ongoing maintenance.

The mileage trajectory is consistent with normal UK usage, averaging 8,226 miles per year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, but the car has been driven very lightly for its age.

Things to check

  • Recurring brake disc wear (ADVISORY Apr 2019, MAJOR Mar 2020, ADVISORY Mar 2026) indicates chronic neglect.
  • Persistent tyre condition issues (ADVISORY Apr 2019, MAJOR Mar 2021, ADVISORY Mar 2026) suggest poor maintenance.
  • Multiple shock absorber fluid leaks (ADVISORY Mar 2021, MAJOR Mar 2024, ADVISORY Mar 2026) point to structural wear.
  • The 2012-11-06 MOT noted 'nearside and front tyres worn on inner and outer edges advise', a classic sign of poor alignment or suspension issues.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 7 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until April 2027, providing immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
  • Consistent mileage trajectory over 17 years, averaging 8,226 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies in the provided MOT history.

Mileage history

Nov 2012: 32,037 mi PASSSep 2013: 36,771 mi PASSAug 2014: 48,021 mi PASSSep 2015: 64,081 mi PASSJul 2016: 68,245 mi FAILJul 2016: 68,259 mi PASSJul 2017: 80,532 mi PASSAug 2018: 88,905 mi PASSApr 2019: 90,486 mi PASSMar 2020: 99,464 mi FAILMar 2020: 99,466 mi PASSMar 2021: 104,524 mi FAILMar 2021: 104,525 mi PASSApr 2022: 111,498 mi PASSApr 2023: 117,547 mi FAILApr 2023: 117,547 mi PASSMar 2024: 124,360 mi FAILMar 2024: 124,361 mi PASSApr 2025: 134,423 mi FAILApr 2025: 134,423 mi PASSMar 2026: 141,829 mi FAILMar 2026: 141,831 mi PASS142k87k32kNov 2012Mar 2026

MOT test history — 15/22 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Nov 2012 PASS 32,037 mi
USER ENTERED nearside and front tyres worn on inner and outer edges advise
USER ENTERED Non obligatory mirror damaged
Sep 2013 PASS 36,771 mi None recorded
Aug 2014 PASS 48,021 mi None recorded
Sep 2015 PASS 64,081 mi
ADVISORY o/s/f tyre has slight tread separation
Jul 2016 FAIL 68,245 mi
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Jul 2016 PASS 68,259 mi None recorded
Jul 2017 PASS 80,532 mi None recorded
Aug 2018 PASS 88,905 mi None recorded
Apr 2019 PASS 90,486 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2020 FAIL 99,464 mi
ADVISORY front discs slightly corroded
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (225 45 17) (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
DANGEROUS Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Mar 2020 PASS 99,466 mi
ADVISORY front discs slightly corroded
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (225 45 17) (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2021 FAIL 104,524 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
MAJOR Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
ADVISORY Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2021 PASS 104,525 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Apr 2022 PASS 111,498 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Apr 2023 FAIL 117,547 mi
MAJOR Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Apr 2023 PASS 117,547 mi None recorded
Mar 2024 FAIL 124,360 mi
ADVISORY Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
MAJOR Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Mar 2024 PASS 124,361 mi
ADVISORY Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Apr 2025 FAIL 134,423 mi
MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Central Rear Exhaust heat shield loose.
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Apr 2025 PASS 134,423 mi
ADVISORY Central Rear Exhaust heat shield loose.
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Mar 2026 FAIL 141,829 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
MAJOR Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Mar 2026 PASS 141,831 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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