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DA59 WGX

2009 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

94,065 mi
Last recorded94,065 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA59 WGX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 94,065 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

unable to check or view all components underside of vehicle due too plastic covers.

unable to check outer sills due too plastic covers.

Fail 14 Feb 2026 94,061 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

unable to check or view all components underside of vehicle due too plastic covers.

unable to check outer sills due too plastic covers.

Pass 29 Jan 2025 87,475 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

unable to check or view all components underside of vehicle due plastic covers.

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers.

Pass 22 Jan 2024 84,718 miles

unable to check or view all components underside of vehicle side too plastic covers.

Pass 21 Dec 2022 83,045 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 83,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 79,775 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 78,333 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 76,471 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 73,370 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 71,497 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 69,507 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 68,980 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 61,146 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 61,146 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2013 48,716 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 32,483 miles

front + rear pads getting low

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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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DA59 WGX is a 2009 BMW 118 in Red 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 DA59 WGX, 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 WGX registered?

DA59 WGX is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 14 December 2009.

Is DA59 WGX safe to buy?

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