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DE09 ZKH

2009 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

141,901 mi
Last recorded141,901 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 ZKH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 141,901 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf and osf (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsr and osr (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 132,420 miles

Central Rear Lower subframe covered with under seal

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge L and R (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 126,123 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 115,641 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear body corrosion.

subframe bushes and trailing arm bushes worn but not resulting excessive movement.

Fail 30 Oct 2021 115,639 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear body corrosion.

subframe bushes and trailing arm bushes worn but not resulting excessive movement.

Pass 30 Oct 2020 107,244 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 101,270 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 91,695 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 82,857 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 71,198 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 61,967 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 52,077 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 44,193 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 32,962 miles

Both rear tyre close to limit

Low emmitter

N/S/F tyre wearing on outside edge

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 ZKH is a 2009 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 ZKH, 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.

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What year was DE09 ZKH registered?

DE09 ZKH is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is DE09 ZKH safe to buy?

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