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BG59 XAF

2009 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

143,544 mi
Last recorded143,544 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 XAF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 143,544 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 133,443 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2025 133,443 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 124,819 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 116,722 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 hoses side by side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Slight dent in outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 116,722 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 hoses side by side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Slight dent in outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 110,134 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 102,652 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 102,652 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 84,279 miles

both rear tyre treads wearing low

Fail 25 Feb 2020 84,279 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

both rear tyre treads wearing low

Pass 24 Apr 2019 75,572 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 70,014 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 65,775 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 65,710 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 59,366 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 51,219 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 43,037 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 29,387 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)

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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BG59 XAF is a 2009 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 XAF, 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 BG59 XAF registered?

BG59 XAF is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 5 December 2009.

Is BG59 XAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 XAF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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