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AV59 GWO

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

132,001 mi
Last recorded132,001 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 GWO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 132,001 miles

park brake almost at full travel

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 127,541 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 117,849 miles

Nearside Front play in shock absorber

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 108,961 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 101,672 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 90,075 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 77,618 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 77,564 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 70,459 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 61,053 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 46,307 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 34,333 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 25,724 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 16,075 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 GWO is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GWO, 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 AV59 GWO registered?

AV59 GWO is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is AV59 GWO safe to buy?

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