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DV09 VBX

2009 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,648 mi
Last recorded105,648 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11880,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 105,648 miles

2 front brake pipes have cracks on rubber hoses

2 rear tyre have cracks to walls

covers /under trays fitted

front /rear brake hose ferrules have corrosion

n/s/r tyre has cuts in tread

o/s/f brake pipe has corrosion

o/s/f screen has chip

Pass 12 Jun 2025 101,432 miles

2 front wiper just in limit

2 front wiper just in limit

2 rear tyres have cracks

covers /under trays fitted

o/s/f & n/s/f brake hose ferrules have cracks

o/s/f & n/s/f tyre low on out side and have cracks

o/s/r brake sticking

Fail 12 Jun 2025 101,432 miles

2 front wiper just in limit

2 front wiper just in limit

2 rear tyres have cracks

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault reset only /off (1.6 (b))

covers /under trays fitted

o/s/f & n/s/f brake hose ferrules have cracks

o/s/f & n/s/f tyre low on out side and have cracks

o/s/r brake sticking

Pass 21 May 2024 96,942 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

covers /under trays fitted

o/s/r brake sticking

Fail 21 May 2024 96,942 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault reset/ light off (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

covers /under trays fitted

o/s/r brake sticking

Nearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 93,766 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 90,791 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 82,461 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 74,981 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 64,042 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished across tread and sidewall

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust flexi downpipe deteriorated but still secure

Pass 31 May 2018 55,479 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 45,815 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear tyre perished and cracked on sidewall and tread pattern

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil level low

Pass 2 Jun 2016 39,680 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 39,680 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 34,754 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 29,971 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 23,408 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2012 20,215 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 20,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 VBX is a 2009 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 VBX, 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 VBX registered?

DV09 VBX is a 2009 BMW 118, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is DV09 VBX safe to buy?

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