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BV59 LVP

2009 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,332 mi
Last recorded176,332 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 LVP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 176,332 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 161,042 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 152,755 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM SLIGHTLY INSECURE

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2020 152,755 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM SLIGHTLY INSECURE

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 146,149 miles

O/S/R Bumper Slightly Damaged But Not Likely To Detach

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 139,290 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 131,163 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 125,447 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 120,853 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 92,407 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 92,407 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 42,186 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Oct 2013 42,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2012 14,438 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 26,969 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 LVP is a 2009 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LVP, 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 LVP registered?

BV59 LVP is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is BV59 LVP safe to buy?

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