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AJ59 XLD

2009 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

107,968 mi
Last recorded107,968 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ59 XLD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 107,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 107,967 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 103,750 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 98,707 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 98,706 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 92,846 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 87,227 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 81,452 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 78,568 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 72,248 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 68,237 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 64,132 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 57,129 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 51,728 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 44,313 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 32,909 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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AJ59 XLD is a 2009 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AJ59 XLD, 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 XLD registered?

AJ59 XLD is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is AJ59 XLD safe to buy?

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