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AY59 ZNG

2009 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,516 mi
Last recorded39,516 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 ZNG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 39,516 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 37,247 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All discs slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 37,247 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All discs slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 35,231 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Damp inside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 33,071 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 30,783 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective flange fixing missing/broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 29,356 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 27,593 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 24,190 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 21,073 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 18,342 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,492 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 14,329 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 12,548 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 9,963 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 5,819 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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AY59 ZNG is a 2009 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AY59 ZNG, 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 AY59 ZNG registered?

AY59 ZNG is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is AY59 ZNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY59 ZNG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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