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AK59 SZD

2009 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,981 mi
Last recorded94,981 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 94,981 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 89,049 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear anti rattle clip missing on caliper

Pass 19 Aug 2020 84,779 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 73,868 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 66,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewalls cracked and perisched

Offside Front Tyre sidewalls cracked and perished

Fail 20 Jan 2018 66,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewalls cracked and perisched

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre sidewalls cracked and perished

Pass 12 Jan 2017 58,738 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 51,899 miles

offside and nearside rear road tyres close to legal limit

Pass 12 Jan 2015 45,117 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 36,675 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 36,568 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 29,805 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 SZD is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SZD, 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 AK59 SZD?

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What year was AK59 SZD registered?

AK59 SZD is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AK59 SZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 SZD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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