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CE09 FNO

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,372 mi
Last recorded166,372 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE09 FNO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 166,372 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear underside corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2024 152,034 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear n/s and o/s frame, mountings, prescribed area, springs, arms and other suspension components corroded

Pass 30 Dec 2023 138,343 miles

Nearside Rear inner sill corroded

Nearside Rear suspension arm corroded

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 132,092 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 130,560 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2020 128,894 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 126,367 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 124,251 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 122,847 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 119,705 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 117,554 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 28 Apr 2014 115,193 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Feb 2013 105,503 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 80,867 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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CE09 FNO is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CE09 FNO, 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 CE09 FNO registered?

CE09 FNO is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is CE09 FNO safe to buy?

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