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A20 VHX

2018 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,298 mi
Last recorded42,298 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 1 Series39,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 VHX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 42,298 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2026 42,298 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 36,328 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 36,328 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 30,800 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (inner & outer edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 30,799 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (inner & outer edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 24,634 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 18,803 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 13,277 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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A20 VHX is a 2018 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 39,784 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 VHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A20 VHX registered?

A20 VHX is a 2018 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 June 2018.

Is A20 VHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 VHX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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