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D17 REK

2009 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

60,069 mi
Last recorded60,069 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD17 REK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 60,069 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 57,419 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 54,325 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 52,724 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 51,030 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 49,271 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 47,840 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 44,320 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 41,095 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 37,516 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 37,515 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 May 2016 33,382 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit of 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit of 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2015 28,600 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 23,911 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 19,695 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 16,274 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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D17 REK is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 D17 REK, 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 D17 REK registered?

D17 REK is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 20 May 2009.

Is D17 REK safe to buy?

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