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AJ59 RKX

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,704 mi
Last recorded123,704 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ59 RKX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 123,704 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 123,704 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 101,961 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 84,114 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2019 84,110 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 66,440 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 66,440 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 50,091 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 50,091 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 34,551 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 31,066 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 25,703 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2013 20,640 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 15,915 miles

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

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

rear tyres on wear bars

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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AJ59 RKX is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ59 RKX, 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 AJ59 RKX registered?

AJ59 RKX is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 16 November 2009.

Is AJ59 RKX safe to buy?

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