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DE09 VUU

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,182 mi
Last recorded158,182 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 158,182 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 149,554 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 141,833 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 136,791 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 113,830 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2014 100,560 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 25 Mar 2014 100,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Mar 2013 86,350 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 86,350 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 84,003 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 VUU is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VUU, 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 VUU registered?

DE09 VUU is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 19 May 2009.

Is DE09 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 VUU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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