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BV09 LUW

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,352 mi
Last recorded135,352 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 LUW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2021 135,352 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2021 135,335 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 130,600 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 128,337 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber doughnut starting to split (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 122,730 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 115,931 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 109,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 103,116 miles

rear propshaft rubber joint splitting

Pass 14 Apr 2014 96,860 miles

nsf tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 27 Mar 2013 87,260 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 69,220 miles

all 4 tyres worn close to legal limit on edges

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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BV09 LUW is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BV09 LUW, 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 BV09 LUW registered?

BV09 LUW is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 14 April 2009.

Is BV09 LUW safe to buy?

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