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BV59 LTK

2009 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,877 mi
Last recorded98,877 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 LTK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 98,877 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 93,259 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 85,171 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 77,398 miles

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

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

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

child seat fitted obscuring test method of passengers seat belt

undershield fitted obscuring the view of components tested

Pass 29 Aug 2013 71,057 miles

o/s/f jacking point missing

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2012 53,174 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f tyrer worn out on outter edge

Fail 13 Aug 2012 53,165 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

EML flashes on when conducting fast idle test

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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BV59 LTK is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LTK, 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 BV59 LTK registered?

BV59 LTK is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is BV59 LTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 LTK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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