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AV59 EMF

2009 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,509 mi
Last recorded95,509 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 EMF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 95,509 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2023 95,504 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 87,955 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 79,215 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 72,763 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 65,279 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 60,297 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 55,839 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 49,598 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 42,444 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 35,102 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 29,539 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 23,170 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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AV59 EMF is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AV59 EMF, 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 AV59 EMF?

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What year was AV59 EMF registered?

AV59 EMF is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is AV59 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 EMF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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