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BD59 HVR

2009 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,010 mi
Last recorded93,010 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 HVR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 93,010 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 89,735 miles

full underbody covers fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Apr 2023 83,860 miles

Nearside Front headlamp has condensation

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

Fail 6 Apr 2023 83,860 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front headlamp has condensation

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 81,521 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 77,566 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge slightly worn

Offside Rear tyre inner edge slightly worn

Pass 9 Mar 2020 75,837 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 71,229 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer - both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Parking Brake Lever high

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Under Tray fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2018 67,440 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 62,824 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 58,149 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 58,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 51,302 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 47,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 41,029 miles

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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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BD59 HVR is a 2009 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BD59 HVR, 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 BD59 HVR registered?

BD59 HVR is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is BD59 HVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD59 HVR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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