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AV59 XTY

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,028 mi
Last recorded136,028 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 136,028 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 127,847 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 119,328 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2023 119,328 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 106,436 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 99,657 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2020 92,799 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 85,850 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 85,798 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2018 82,176 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 74,285 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 62,264 miles

emissions to clean to test

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 6 Aug 2014 49,038 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 47,142 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 34,357 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 22,400 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XTY is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XTY, 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 XTY registered?

AV59 XTY is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 2 December 2009.

Is AV59 XTY safe to buy?

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