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DG59 URO

2009 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

157,159 mi
Last recorded157,159 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 URO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 157,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Sep 2025 157,153 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 152,492 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 147,324 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 143,868 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 143,868 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 138,774 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 132,612 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 123,451 miles

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

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 1 Dec 2017 113,217 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under tray fitted, not allowing full inspection of testable items

Fail 1 Dec 2017 113,217 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under tray fitted, not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 26 Oct 2016 102,290 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2016 102,290 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2015 87,721 miles

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)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 78,418 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 67,601 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 62,596 miles

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

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

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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DG59 URO 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 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG59 URO, 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

How do I check the history of DG59 URO?

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What year was DG59 URO registered?

DG59 URO is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is DG59 URO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 URO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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