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DG09 WHF

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

149,159 mi
Last recorded149,159 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 WHF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 149,159 miles

undertray fitted

Fail 26 Mar 2025 149,158 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))

undertray fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2024 139,843 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 129,281 miles

rear diff damp

Pass 15 Mar 2022 120,353 miles

front brake discs worn and pads wearing thin

Pass 16 Mar 2021 111,156 miles

exhaust front flexy pipe broken

front brake discs worn

Fail 15 Mar 2021 111,156 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust front flexy pipe broken

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre worn on edge of tread

Pass 18 Mar 2020 102,232 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front discs lipped

Pass 20 Mar 2019 91,021 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 91,021 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 80,061 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 68,049 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 56,780 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 47,275 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 43,075 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 38,847 miles

Nearside 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2012 35,731 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 WHF is a 2009 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WHF, 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 WHF registered?

DG09 WHF is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is DG09 WHF safe to buy?

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