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DE59 GYC

2009 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,253 mi
Last recorded147,253 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 GYC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 147,253 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded n/s/r o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2024 141,074 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 136,580 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 132,523 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 126,261 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 126,261 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 120,426 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 114,472 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 102,739 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 91,325 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 80,206 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 69,481 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 57,771 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 46,334 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 35,298 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 6 Oct 2012 35,298 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer 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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DE59 GYC is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue 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 DE59 GYC, 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 DE59 GYC registered?

DE59 GYC is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 12 October 2009.

Is DE59 GYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE59 GYC 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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