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RV59 OZH

2009 BMW 518

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

125,536 mi
Last recorded125,536 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 OZH
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 125,536 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 120,990 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 115,113 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 115,065 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 109,396 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 109,396 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 103,892 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 103,892 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 98,887 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 95,113 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 88,819 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 83,153 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2017 83,153 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 76,098 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 66,202 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 60,509 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 51,315 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 51,315 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 42,048 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 518?

Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
6,367
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,373
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,465
position lamp(s) not working 1,178
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,104
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RV59 OZH is a 2009 BMW 518 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

The most common reason a BMW 518 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV59 OZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 518 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV59 OZH registered?

RV59 OZH is a 2009 BMW 518, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is RV59 OZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 OZH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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