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BN09 RWJ

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

130,920 mi
Last recorded130,920 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 RWJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 130,920 miles

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

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))

all brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 11 May 2019 124,090 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 116,149 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 107,079 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 106,291 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre also has screw/nail in tread (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 89,893 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 72,176 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 60,989 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 48,676 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 38,379 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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BN09 RWJ is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN09 RWJ, 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 BN09 RWJ registered?

BN09 RWJ is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is BN09 RWJ safe to buy?

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