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CE59 UKM

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

168,569 mi
Last recorded168,569 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE59 UKM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 168,569 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 154,161 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 140,786 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 140,728 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2022 131,626 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 125,015 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2021 125,015 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Broken at flexi (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 118,442 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 111,281 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 92,772 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 68,996 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 47,099 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 43,455 miles

front tyres have cracks around sidewalls

Fail 8 Jun 2015 43,379 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2014 39,362 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 33,515 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 30,008 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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CE59 UKM is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black 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 CE59 UKM, 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 CE59 UKM registered?

CE59 UKM is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is CE59 UKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE59 UKM 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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