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DS09 GVL

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

144,949 mi
Last recorded144,949 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 GVL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 144,949 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres worn (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 141,456 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 141,456 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing broken off in hub (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 130,143 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 130,143 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 126,882 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 126,335 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 123,874 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 122,344 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)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 122,344 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DS09 GVL is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DS09 GVL, 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 DS09 GVL registered?

DS09 GVL is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is DS09 GVL safe to buy?

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