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BN09 XVR

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,662 mi
Last recorded169,662 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 169,662 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil level low

tpms light on

Pass 21 Feb 2025 161,177 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 154,555 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 149,744 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 146,108 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 138,840 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 131,693 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 124,542 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 116,684 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 109,182 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 98,680 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 86,269 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 80,298 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 77,816 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 65,325 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 XVR 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 100%.

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 XVR, 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 XVR registered?

BN09 XVR is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is BN09 XVR safe to buy?

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