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BV09 RHZ

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

177,561 mi
Last recorded177,561 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 177,561 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 167,952 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 159,659 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All hoses. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2021 152,138 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 144,306 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 132,968 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 120,881 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 108,907 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 98,868 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 86,336 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 76,355 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 65,223 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 53,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 53,477 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 53,007 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 RHZ 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 93.3%.

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 RHZ, 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.

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What year was BV09 RHZ registered?

BV09 RHZ is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is BV09 RHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 RHZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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