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BN59 PDV

2009 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,930 mi
Last recorded89,930 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 PDV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 89,930 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing

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

Pass 2 Oct 2024 85,661 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 77,911 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 71,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 205/55/16. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Oct 2022 71,898 miles

Emissions not tested Engine noisy. (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 205/55/16. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 71,311 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 58,615 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 55,507 miles

Brake warning light on/brake pads look ok

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Sep 2018 48,208 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 41,869 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 34,457 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 26,023 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 20,835 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 16,756 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Sep 2012 12,488 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 12,488 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 PDV is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PDV, 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 PDV registered?

BN59 PDV is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is BN59 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 PDV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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