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BG09 TVM

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

134,667 mi
Last recorded134,667 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 134,667 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2019 125,563 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 29 Mar 2019 125,539 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2018 118,259 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 118,256 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 109,643 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 103,583 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 89,064 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,064 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 72,617 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 13 Jun 2014 72,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 1 Jun 2013 54,593 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 37,935 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 TVM is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TVM, 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.

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What year was BG09 TVM registered?

BG09 TVM is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 8 June 2009.

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