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AK59 BFU

2009 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,043 mi
Last recorded148,043 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 BFU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 148,043 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 140,573 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged faded ()

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged faded (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 132,330 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Faded ()

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Faded (3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 126,733 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Discoloured and faded ()

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 126,574 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexy broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure Flexy broken (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Discoloured and faded ()

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 118,588 miles

Cannot test rear seat belts due to obstruction of objects

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, low on tread. Advise early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non Obligatory mirror discoloured and faded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Obligatory mirror discoloured

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, low on tread. Advise early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 100,434 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 91,179 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 91,178 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 75,854 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 64,516 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 55,766 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 47,513 miles

n/s/r tyre on 3mm and worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Oct 2012 38,848 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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AK59 BFU is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AK59 BFU, 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.

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AK59 BFU is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 2 October 2009.

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