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DG09 BUA

2009 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,149 mi
Last recorded104,149 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 BUA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 104,149 miles

Offside Rear handbrake effort weak

Pass 4 Jan 2022 99,749 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively hand brake travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 95,847 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Dec 2020 95,847 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 92,793 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 88,813 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 85,593 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2017 85,565 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 82,316 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Sep 2015 79,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 76,957 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 66,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2012 53,325 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 40,638 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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DG09 BUA is a 2009 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG09 BUA, 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 DG09 BUA registered?

DG09 BUA is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 16 March 2009.

Is DG09 BUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 BUA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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