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AD09 ZRK

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

141,794 mi
Last recorded141,794 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD09 ZRK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 141,794 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 136,835 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 136,809 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2023 131,529 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 125,189 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 118,362 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 110,885 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 100,122 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 93,835 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 93,835 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 88,202 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 7 Jun 2017 88,202 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Showing cords inside edge (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2016 80,291 miles

covers and trays fitted

front brake discs worn

Pass 9 Jun 2015 66,695 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 56,536 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 40,153 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 30,352 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 ZRK is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ZRK, 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 AD09 ZRK registered?

AD09 ZRK is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 14 July 2009.

Is AD09 ZRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD09 ZRK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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