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A2 MAP

2018 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,790 mi
Last recorded103,790 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 1 Series39,784 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 MAP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 103,790 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 85,921 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 62,686 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 37,902 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 31,824 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 22,339 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 19,545 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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A2 MAP is a 2018 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A2 MAP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A2 MAP?

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What year was A2 MAP registered?

A2 MAP is a 2018 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is A2 MAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 MAP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A2 MAP have outstanding finance?

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