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AF18 XEM

2018 BMW 2 Series

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,400 mi
Last recorded88,400 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 2 Series33,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF18 XEM
MakeBMW
Model2 Series
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 88,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2025 88,387 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn close to limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 80,700 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 72,056 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 72,056 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 71,807 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

tyre pressure warning on display

Pass 17 Aug 2022 63,406 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 56,068 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 53,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the BMW 2 Series?

Based on 146,942 MOT tests across 22,508 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
5,955
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
22,508
On UK Roads
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AF18 XEM is a 2018 BMW 2 Series in Blue 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 2 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 33,587 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 2 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 2 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF18 XEM registered?

AF18 XEM is a 2018 BMW 2 Series, first registered on 16 May 2018.

Is AF18 XEM safe to buy?

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