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BK09 DKY

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

155,019 mi
Last recorded155,019 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 DKY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 155,019 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 155,019 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 139,132 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 119,414 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 99,974 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 83,425 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 80,633 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 76,151 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 70,459 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slight wear on inner edge

Pass 12 May 2017 64,459 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 57,738 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 52,971 miles

both front tyres worn on edges and cracking within tread

nearside rear tyre wearing slightly oninner edge

Pass 14 May 2014 45,793 miles

both front tyres cracking slightly on tread

o/s/r tyre 2 to 3mm

Pass 13 May 2013 38,276 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

both rear tyres wearing slightly inner edges

Pass 14 May 2012 30,488 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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BK09 DKY is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BK09 DKY, 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 BK09 DKY registered?

BK09 DKY is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is BK09 DKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 DKY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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