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DG09 FKN

2009 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,622 mi
Last recorded155,622 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 FKN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 155,622 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 151,055 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 146,837 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 142,605 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 142,601 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 137,495 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 133,960 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 131,616 miles

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

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

body covers fitted underside

Pass 26 Mar 2019 119,948 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 26 Mar 2019 119,948 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Mar 2018 101,701 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 101,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 89,987 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 83,050 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 74,379 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 69,892 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 63,250 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 56,273 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 FKN is a 2009 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FKN, 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 FKN registered?

DG09 FKN is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is DG09 FKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 FKN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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