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BK59 XCM

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,738 mi
Last recorded114,738 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 XCM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 114,738 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 114,738 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 107,068 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 97,234 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 87,632 miles

Front both front tyres worn low on outer edges

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + has nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 75,554 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 72,865 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 62,537 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 52,971 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 43,330 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 33,635 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 33,631 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 23,844 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 23,124 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)

Fail 20 Nov 2012 23,124 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BK59 XCM is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BK59 XCM, 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 BK59 XCM registered?

BK59 XCM is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is BK59 XCM safe to buy?

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