2009 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · YF09 LLE
2009 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 74,930 miles. MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 118
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,930 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
YF09 LLE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2026
- 74,930 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF09 LLE 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 (YF09 LLE) between June 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
YF09 LLE Mileage History
- 27/06/202368,423 mi
- 26/06/202470,649 mi+2,226 mi
- 01/07/202470,664 mi+15 mi
- 12/08/202572,850 mi+2,186 mi
- 11/08/202674,930 mi+2,080 mi
Average of roughly 2,083 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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