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AK18 FSP

2018 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,974 mi
Last recorded42,974 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 11837,169 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK18 FSP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 42,974 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 36,903 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 29,724 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 23,102 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 16,014 miles

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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AK18 FSP is a 2018 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 37,169 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 AK18 FSP, 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 8 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 AK18 FSP?

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What year was AK18 FSP registered?

AK18 FSP is a 2018 BMW 118, first registered on 14 May 2018.

Is AK18 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK18 FSP shows 5 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 AK18 FSP have outstanding finance?

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