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DA09 NLT

2009 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

153,559 mi
Last recorded153,559 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA09 NLT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 153,559 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2025 141,918 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 130,903 miles

oil level on minimum

Fail 30 Apr 2024 130,903 miles

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

oil level on minimum

Pass 5 Apr 2023 123,554 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 117,163 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 109,225 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 105,922 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 105,922 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 99,121 miles

Offside Rear Fuel filler flap not closing properly but not affecting sealing of cap on tank

Undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2018 93,591 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under tray fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2018 93,121 miles

Offside Rear 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))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under tray fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2017 87,365 miles

under cover tray fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2016 80,820 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 74,580 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 68,011 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 67,963 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

See seperate advisory sheet

Pass 28 Jun 2013 61,342 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 53,255 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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DA09 NLT is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA09 NLT, 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 DA09 NLT registered?

DA09 NLT is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 6 July 2009.

Is DA09 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA09 NLT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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