MOT Status
ValidMileage
157,533 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
plastic undertrays and engine covers fitted
covers & shields fitted
covers & shields fitted
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205 50 17 rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
covers & shields fitted
emissions too low for print out.
engine cover,under tray and sill covers fitted.
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
emissions too low for print out.
engine cover,under tray and sill covers fitted.
Offside Front Tyre BALD inner edge and WORN outer
How Reliable is the BMW 118?
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BG59 VLS is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 BG59 VLS, 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 BG59 VLS registered?
BG59 VLS is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 3 December 2009.
Is BG59 VLS safe to buy?
The MOT history for BG59 VLS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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