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BV59 RZC

2009 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

190,354 mi
Last recorded190,354 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 RZC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 190,354 miles

headlights slightly deteriorated

nearside rear lower suspension bush worn and painted red

nearside rear upper suspension bushes worn,painted red

rear metal brake pipes corroded

rear sub frame corroded

rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2024 178,527 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Perished (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 178,490 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

brake pad warning lamp on

corrosion to rear subframe

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 170,424 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake pad sensor light on

corrosion to rear subframe

Fail 9 Aug 2023 170,407 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake pad sensor light on

corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 27 Jul 2022 162,912 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2022 162,911 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 157,894 miles

front tyres worn uneven on outer edge

offside front shock leaking slightly

rear brake pads wearing thin

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2021 157,892 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

front tyres worn uneven on outer edge

offside front shock leaking slightly

rear brake pads wearing thin

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2020 152,560 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2019 145,039 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 136,649 miles

Service light on

Pass 19 Jul 2017 125,102 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 112,370 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 106,017 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 101,548 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 94,357 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 64,413 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 RZC is a 2009 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RZC, 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 RZC registered?

BV59 RZC is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is BV59 RZC safe to buy?

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