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BJ59 YWB

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,430 mi
Last recorded41,430 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 YWB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 41,430 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 39,810 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 37,863 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 35,063 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 32,932 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 32,013 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 30,782 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 28,468 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 24,946 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 21,884 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 17,157 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 13,675 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 11,656 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 8,451 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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BJ59 YWB is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BJ59 YWB, 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

How do I check the history of BJ59 YWB?

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What year was BJ59 YWB registered?

BJ59 YWB is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is BJ59 YWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 YWB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ59 YWB have outstanding finance?

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