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DS09 SXN

2009 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,785 mi
Last recorded105,785 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 105,785 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 104,863 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 103,925 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 103,911 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.55 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 102,923 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe broken inside weak advise replace (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive advise remove under tray and repair as required (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively advise replace with pads (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside pad warning wire damaged advise replace (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 98,565 miles

NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS VERY DIM

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

UNDERTRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF TESTABLE ITEMS

Fail 3 Nov 2021 98,559 miles

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

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

NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS VERY DIM

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

UNDERTRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF TESTABLE ITEMS

Pass 3 Sep 2020 91,812 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 88,493 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 82,081 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 76,566 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 71,344 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 66,876 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 62,811 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 58,643 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 54,151 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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DS09 SXN is a 2009 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DS09 SXN, 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 SXN registered?

DS09 SXN is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 18 August 2009.

Is DS09 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 SXN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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