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BN59 MYP

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

128,934 mi
Last recorded128,934 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 MYP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 128,934 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 123,772 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 119,630 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 115,829 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 110,550 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 101,070 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 86,852 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 78,507 miles

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

Underside covers fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2018 74,599 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 62,839 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 50,709 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 50,709 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and advise front inner pads (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 40,335 miles

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

all tyres wearing on edges

Pass 14 May 2014 30,170 miles

rear tyres on limit

Pass 13 May 2013 20,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 17,582 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BN59 MYP is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BN59 MYP, 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 BN59 MYP registered?

BN59 MYP is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is BN59 MYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 MYP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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