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DE09 HGJ

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,641 mi
Last recorded130,641 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 HGJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 130,641 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 126,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 121,608 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 115,763 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Outer sill covers fitted. Unable to make full assessment of sills

Under engine cover fitted. Unable to make full assessment of components

Under floor covers fitted. Unable to make full assessment of components

Pass 8 Sep 2021 109,892 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 106,952 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 104,621 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both front brake hoses perishing

Pass 19 May 2018 102,074 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 May 2017 99,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Valve stem perished

Offside Rear Valve stem perished

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of the vehicles underside

Fail 1 May 2017 99,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall) (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Valve stem perished

Offside Rear Valve stem perished

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of the vehicles underside

Pass 20 Apr 2016 96,003 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre slight perishing

Offside Rear tyre wearing thin in center of tread

Fail 20 Apr 2016 96,003 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre slight perishing

Offside Rear tyre wearing thin in center of tread

Pass 7 May 2015 91,748 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 84,004 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 73,420 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 55,118 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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DE09 HGJ 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 DE09 HGJ, 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 DE09 HGJ registered?

DE09 HGJ is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is DE09 HGJ safe to buy?

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