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AJ59 XLM

2009 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

136,463 mi
Last recorded136,463 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 136,463 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 117,575 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 107,950 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 98,050 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 85,136 miles

headlights have led blubs fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2020 70,383 miles

Covers fitted obscuring some components.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 56,086 miles

Covers fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 20 Oct 2018 49,963 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 43,397 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 35,814 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2016 35,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 27,867 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 24,311 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 15,037 miles

nearside front tyre worn to 1.6mm and bald on outer tread

offside front tyre worn to 2mm bald on outer tread

Pass 9 Jan 2013 9,601 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 XLM is a 2009 BMW 118 in White 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 AJ59 XLM, 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 XLM registered?

AJ59 XLM is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is AJ59 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ59 XLM 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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