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A20 ARB

2009 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

186,636 mi
Last recorded186,636 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 ARB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 186,636 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 181,365 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 176,511 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 171,252 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Valve stem slightly damaged All (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 166,124 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi loose (6.1.2 (a))

Valve stem slightly damaged All (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 161,055 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 155,962 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 150,367 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 145,131 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 139,686 miles

PLASTIC UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 25 Feb 2016 135,340 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 134,709 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f jacking point missing

Pass 1 Mar 2014 133,726 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f jacking point missing

Pass 2 Feb 2013 132,920 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 125,799 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 125,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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A20 ARB is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 80,514 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 ARB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 ARB registered?

A20 ARB is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 11 February 2009.

Is A20 ARB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 ARB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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