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B9 BDB

2009 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,780 mi
Last recorded96,780 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 BDB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 96,780 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 95,609 miles

Exhaust front flexi deteriorated

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 93,595 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 93,595 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 91,371 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 89,149 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 87,136 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 85,652 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 83,572 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 81,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 May 2018 81,401 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2017 78,466 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 74,639 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 70,654 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 66,456 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 57,952 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 50,189 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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B9 BDB is a 2009 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 B9 BDB, 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 B9 BDB registered?

B9 BDB is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is B9 BDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 BDB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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