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DA59 HLG

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,078 mi
Last recorded115,078 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA59 HLG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 115,078 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 104,450 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 101,289 miles

undercover fitted

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively flector (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 101,289 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively flector (6.1.7 (c) (i))

undercover fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2022 98,824 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 96,669 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 96,663 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 94,427 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 90,889 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 88,633 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 73,941 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 66,170 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 58,248 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 50,030 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 40,682 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 29,644 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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DA59 HLG is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DA59 HLG, 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 DA59 HLG registered?

DA59 HLG is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is DA59 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA59 HLG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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