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BN09 SJY

2009 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,934 mi
Last recorded119,934 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 SJY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 119,934 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 103,878 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, wearing on edges. 205.50.17 93W. Aoteli. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 205.50.17 93W. Aoteli. ()

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 103,878 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205.50.17 93W. Aoteli. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, wearing on edges. 205.50.17 93W. Aoteli. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 205.50.17 93W. Aoteli. ()

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 93,943 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 86,329 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 83,072 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 72,474 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 65,503 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

engine covers

too clean for smoke test

undertrays

Pass 22 Apr 2015 56,392 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2014 42,124 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 40,952 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 32,739 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 SJY is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SJY, 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 SJY registered?

BN09 SJY is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 20 June 2009.

Is BN09 SJY safe to buy?

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