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BX59 FRP

2009 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,713 mi
Last recorded69,713 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX59 FRP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 69,713 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2025 66,125 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 62,595 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 59,956 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 59,956 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 57,143 miles

oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2021 53,567 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 51,189 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 50,221 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 49,336 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s front (4.1.E.1)

noise on engine

Pass 5 Dec 2016 44,538 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)

Fail 15 Nov 2016 44,390 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

obligatory indirect vision device insecure (8.1.1)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside front tyre scrubbing from outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre scrubbing from outer edge

Offside rear tyre worn out from inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2015 40,082 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 35,735 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 28,105 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 22,438 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 22,251 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres wearing on outer edges

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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BX59 FRP is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BX59 FRP, 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 BX59 FRP registered?

BX59 FRP is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is BX59 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX59 FRP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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