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CY09 AKG

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

95,220 mi
Last recorded95,220 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY09 AKG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 95,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 95,220 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 4 Apr 2026 95,183 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 85,081 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated calliper to join (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated calliper to join (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 84,764 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated calliper to join (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated calliper to join (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge calliper to join (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 83,127 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 79,617 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 77,285 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 75,005 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 70,627 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 67,666 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 64,929 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 61,958 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 59,348 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 56,491 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 51,596 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 47,554 miles

both front tyres worn on edge

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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CY09 AKG 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 CY09 AKG, 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 CY09 AKG registered?

CY09 AKG is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 19 May 2009.

Is CY09 AKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY09 AKG 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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