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BJ09 ORK

2009 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,774 mi
Last recorded90,774 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ09 ORK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 90,774 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 90,276 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 81,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 67,792 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 67,792 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 55,269 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 49,897 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 49,697 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag (5.4.2)

Pass 3 May 2017 41,942 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 41,942 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2016 34,751 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 27,014 miles

Nearside front tyre heavily perished and cracked.

Nearside rear tyre heavily perished and cracked.

Offside front tyre heavily perished and cracked.

Offside rear tyre heavily perished and cracked.

Pass 19 May 2014 19,587 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 18,041 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 17,893 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 17,726 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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BJ09 ORK is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ09 ORK, 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 BJ09 ORK registered?

BJ09 ORK is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is BJ09 ORK safe to buy?

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