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AE70 SHA

2020 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,242 mi
Last recorded40,242 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2020 BMW 11830,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE70 SHA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 40,242 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer and Inner (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 29,163 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 21,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 21,829 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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AE70 SHA is a 2020 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2020 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 30,496 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 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE70 SHA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 6 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE70 SHA?

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What year was AE70 SHA registered?

AE70 SHA is a 2020 BMW 118, first registered on 15 September 2020.

Is AE70 SHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE70 SHA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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