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DU09 TGE

2009 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,495 mi
Last recorded140,495 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 TGE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 140,495 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 102,681 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 102,600 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake warning light on

Pass 1 Mar 2017 67,312 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 58,066 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 51,745 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 45,858 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 40,322 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012

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

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

Offside 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)

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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DU09 TGE is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DU09 TGE, 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 DU09 TGE registered?

DU09 TGE is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 17 March 2009.

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