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AU09 VPC

2009 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,173 mi
Last recorded164,173 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 VPC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 164,173 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 154,270 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 154,270 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 147,310 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear shocker cover adrift

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Mar 2016 141,512 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 132,576 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 120,533 miles

fuel cap slightly pershired

n/s/f bump stop deteriated

o/s/f bump stop deteriated

Fail 13 Mar 2014 120,533 miles

Offside Rear Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)

fuel cap slightly pershired

n/s/f bump stop deteriated

o/s/f bump stop deteriated

Pass 15 Mar 2013 109,815 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 95,664 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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AU09 VPC is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU09 VPC, 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 AU09 VPC registered?

AU09 VPC is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 17 March 2009.

Is AU09 VPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU09 VPC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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