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DV09 VBJ

2009 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

131,047 mi
Last recorded131,047 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 VBJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 131,047 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 129,690 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 123,863 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cuts on outer side wall

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre has a cut on outer side wall

Fail 27 Jun 2019 123,863 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre has cuts on outer side wall

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre has a cut on outer side wall

Pass 22 May 2018 116,241 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear tyre has cuts on inner and outer side wall

Pass 4 May 2017 108,179 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 95,154 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 85,967 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

full length under trays

Pass 12 Apr 2014 76,220 miles

front tyres worn edges

rear ns tyre 2m

Pass 7 May 2013 62,257 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 47,612 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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DV09 VBJ is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DV09 VBJ, 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.

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What year was DV09 VBJ registered?

DV09 VBJ is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 1 May 2009.

Is DV09 VBJ safe to buy?

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