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BG09 FPC

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,087 mi
Last recorded118,087 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 FPC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2024 118,087 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2023 113,525 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 107,758 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 99,201 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2021 99,201 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn central control arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2020 95,212 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 92,813 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror object hanging ()

Pass 6 Sep 2018 90,671 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 88,508 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 81,979 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 72,334 miles

Offside Rear nail in tread pressure very low tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 11 Sep 2015 72,199 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear nail in tread pressure very low tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Sep 2014 62,299 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 62,299 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 51,387 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 41,826 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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BG09 FPC is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BG09 FPC, 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 BG09 FPC registered?

BG09 FPC is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is BG09 FPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 FPC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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