2009 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · WJ09 WJF
2009 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 12 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 188,262 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 118
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 188,262 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.
WJ09 WJF Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/06/2026
- 188,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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WJ09 WJF Mileage History
- 09/03/201246,806 mi
- 09/03/20120 mi-46,806 mi
- 22/03/201349,824 mi+49,824 mi
- 18/03/201456,792 mi+6,968 mi
- 12/03/201564,055 mi+7,263 mi
- 19/03/201672,173 mi+8,118 mi
- 05/03/201780,002 mi+7,829 mi
- 10/04/201886,982 mi+6,980 mi
- 01/04/201998,701 mi+11,719 mi
- 01/04/2020111,909 mi+13,208 mi
- 14/06/2021116,052 mi+4,143 mi
- 24/06/2022120,654 mi+4,602 mi
- 29/06/2022120,777 mi+123 mi
- 01/07/2023155,058 mi+34,281 mi
- 22/06/2024178,110 mi+23,052 mi
- 24/06/2024178,123 mi+13 mi
- 10/06/2025186,194 mi+8,071 mi
- 10/06/2025186,194 mi
- 22/06/2026188,262 mi+2,068 mi
Average of roughly 9,902 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
WJ09 WJF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW 118 (WJ09 WJF) between March 2012 and June 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 22 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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