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CP09 VFV

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

79,192 mi
Last recorded79,192 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP09 VFV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 79,192 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 78,356 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 78,340 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 77,151 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 77,143 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 72,470 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 72,467 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 69,807 miles

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Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Oct 2020 66,566 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 61,854 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 55,800 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 49,532 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 16 Jun 2016 42,707 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,313 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 29,267 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 22,407 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 19,287 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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CP09 VFV 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 CP09 VFV, 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 CP09 VFV registered?

CP09 VFV is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 15 June 2009.

Is CP09 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP09 VFV 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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