CarVerify

Free Car Check

AJ59 WHF

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

140,129 mi
Last recorded140,129 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 140,129 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2025 140,129 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective trackrod end securing bolt loose (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Steering locking device ineffective trackrod end securing bolt loose (2.1.3 (d))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed multiple small cuts exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 128,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn thin (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush of top link slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush of top link play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. especially offside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 128,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn thin (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush of top link slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush of top link play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. especially offside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 118,405 miles

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

Offside Rear brake calliper rubber boot split

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 114,273 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted both calliper hoses (1.1.12 (b) (i))

flexi exhaust clamp snapped exhaust still secure

Pass 30 Nov 2021 109,016 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 109,016 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Dec 2020 105,388 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 105,305 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 97,832 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 89,392 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 89,392 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 81,873 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 71,480 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Oct 2015 58,878 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 48,988 miles

front tyres bald outer edges

play in right rear upper wishbone inner joint

Pass 21 Oct 2013 39,928 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 29,675 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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AJ59 WHF is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WHF, 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

How do I check the history of AJ59 WHF?

You can check the full history of AJ59 WHF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AJ59 WHF registered?

AJ59 WHF is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is AJ59 WHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ59 WHF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJ59 WHF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AJ59 WHF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.