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AK17 TLU

2017 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,939 mi
Last recorded56,939 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 11842,141 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK17 TLU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 56,939 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 51,000 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 43,437 miles

offside and nearside front tyres worn low on outer edges

Pass 15 Jun 2023 37,260 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 30,712 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 24,998 miles

service light on , oil service and brake fluid

Pass 11 Jun 2020 20,612 miles
Pass 10 May 2020

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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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AK17 TLU is a 2017 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 42,141 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK17 TLU, 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 9 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 AK17 TLU?

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What year was AK17 TLU registered?

AK17 TLU is a 2017 BMW 118, first registered on 18 May 2017.

Is AK17 TLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK17 TLU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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