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DV09 RXT

2009 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,434 mi
Last recorded107,434 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 RXT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 107,434 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive From Rear Of Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2025 107,434 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front Hydrobush Split and Leaking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Fluid leak, but not excessive From Rear Of Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 104,090 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sub frame (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sub frame (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 98,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre Worn Outer Edge

Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Inner Edge

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlight Misting (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre Worn Outer Edge

Offside Rear Tyre Worn Inner Edge and Stepping

Fail 16 Nov 2023 98,254 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Flexi Pipe Snapped Leaking Gasses Into Cabin (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre Worn Outer Edge

Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Inner Edge

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlight Misting (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre Worn Outer Edge

Offside Rear Tyre Worn Inner Edge and Stepping

Pass 19 Nov 2022 94,158 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 94,157 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 91,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 87,997 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 84,211 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 80,185 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 76,211 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 71,365 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 29 Oct 2015 62,652 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 55,029 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 48,828 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 48,826 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 45,204 miles

Nearside 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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DV09 RXT is a 2009 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DV09 RXT, 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 DV09 RXT registered?

DV09 RXT is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is DV09 RXT safe to buy?

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