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AL03 STR

2021 BMW 118

Black Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,804 mi
Last recorded14,804 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 BMW 11828,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL03 STR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 14,804 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 19,873 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 12,524 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 9,037 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 14,522 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 26 Jul 2022 11,080 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 8,292 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 5,249 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 2,951 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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AL03 STR is a 2021 BMW 118 in Black with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2021 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 28,544 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 AL03 STR, 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 5 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 AL03 STR?

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What year was AL03 STR registered?

AL03 STR is a 2021 BMW 118, first registered on 11 March 2021.

Is AL03 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL03 STR shows 9 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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