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BK59 XTW

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

123,435 mi
Last recorded123,435 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 XTW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 123,435 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 123,434 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 113,357 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Apr 2024 113,354 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 99,821 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 84,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3mm 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc worn and heat affected (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 84,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre outer sidewall damaged and exposing the cords 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3mm 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc worn and heat affected (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 68,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 67,145 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 64,727 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 64,727 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 62,512 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 59,052 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 54,760 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 51,697 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2013 46,842 miles

offside rear tyre tread worn on 1.6 mm legal limit-ADVISE IMMEDIATE RENEWAL.

Fail 15 Oct 2013 46,838 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre tread worn on 1.6 mm legal limit-ADVISE IMMEDIATE RENEWAL.

Pass 18 Oct 2012 44,119 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 44,118 miles

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

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

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

winter tyres fitted to rear ,standard tyres fitted to front

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 XTW is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 BK59 XTW, 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 XTW registered?

BK59 XTW is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 10 October 2009.

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