2009 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · PJ59 FBC
2009 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2009. Recorded mileage 137,056 miles. MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 118
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,056 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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PJ59 FBC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2026
- 137,056 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PJ59 FBC 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 (PJ59 FBC) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
PJ59 FBC Mileage History
- 08/02/2024126,365 mi
- 07/02/2025132,042 mi+5,677 mi
- 07/02/2025132,042 mi
- 11/02/2026137,052 mi+5,010 mi
- 11/02/2026137,056 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 5,320 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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