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BJ58 RFE

2009 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,426 mi
Last recorded132,426 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 RFE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 132,426 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 132,426 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 125,549 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 118,247 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 98,754 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 83,725 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 75,999 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre wearinrg on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake pad warning light wire rubbing drive shaft

Pass 30 Mar 2015 64,362 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 51,363 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 41,691 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 31,749 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2011 24,960 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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BJ58 RFE is a 2009 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BJ58 RFE, 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 BJ58 RFE registered?

BJ58 RFE is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 31 January 2009.

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