2009 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · MM09 GEM
2009 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 90,038 miles. MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 118
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,038 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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MM09 GEM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 25/10/2025
- 90,038 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MM09 GEM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW 118 (MM09 GEM) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
MM09 GEM Mileage History
- 29/10/202180,658 mi
- 22/10/202282,549 mi+1,891 mi
- 21/10/202384,381 mi+1,832 mi
- 25/10/202487,629 mi+3,248 mi
- 25/10/202590,038 mi+2,409 mi
Average of roughly 2,352 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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