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C23 JDE

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

130,985 mi
Last recorded130,985 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC23 JDE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 130,985 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 124,812 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 116,710 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 104,104 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 97,750 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 92,774 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 88,597 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 88,597 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 74,850 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 74,850 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 65,786 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 57,300 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 57,300 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 52,222 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 33,540 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 24,151 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2012 20,704 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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C23 JDE is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 C23 JDE, 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 C23 JDE registered?

C23 JDE is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is C23 JDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C23 JDE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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