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BV59 GCK

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

174,381 mi
Last recorded174,381 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 GCK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 174,381 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 173,348 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 23 Sep 2019 162,532 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 154,577 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 148,254 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 138,209 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 110,890 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 81,559 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 55,024 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 22,974 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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BV59 GCK is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BV59 GCK, 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 BV59 GCK registered?

BV59 GCK is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BV59 GCK safe to buy?

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