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BV59 SGU

2009 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

203,431 mi
Last recorded203,431 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 SGU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 203,431 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 198,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2022 198,274 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 190,892 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front and both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 190,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front and both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 187,540 miles

Central centre bearing has slight free play

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 171,916 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 137,928 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 109,217 miles

Both rear indicators starting to fade

N/S/F inner wheel rim buckled (slight)

O/S/F inner wheel rim buckled (slight)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 109,217 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Front flex-joint broken up (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Inner bush worn (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Inner bush worn (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both rear indicators starting to fade

N/S/F inner wheel rim buckled (slight)

O/S/F inner wheel rim buckled (slight)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 72,590 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 51,040 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 40,264 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 30,228 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 SGU is a 2009 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SGU, 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 SGU registered?

BV59 SGU is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is BV59 SGU safe to buy?

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