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AD09 LGL

2009 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

145,971 mi
Last recorded145,971 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD09 LGL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 145,971 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2024 120,584 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2024 120,578 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2023 109,517 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 95,245 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 85,816 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 83,175 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 80,050 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 71,171 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jul 2017 67,547 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 62,485 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated Hard to open bonnet as catch is quite stiff. (8.4.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Jul 2015 58,474 miles

Offside Front Tyre bald on outer edge but not showing cords

Pass 2 Aug 2014 50,690 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 32,472 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 24,356 miles

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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AD09 LGL is a 2009 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AD09 LGL, 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.

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What year was AD09 LGL registered?

AD09 LGL is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is AD09 LGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD09 LGL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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