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AR03 SPO

2021 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,392 mi
Last recorded13,392 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2021 BMW 11828,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR03 SPO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 13,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking around inner and outer edges and wearing close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking around outer edge with cuts in tread but not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking around inner and outer edges and wearing close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking around outer edge with cuts in tread but not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 10,739 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 8,672 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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AR03 SPO is a 2021 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 AR03 SPO, 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

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What year was AR03 SPO registered?

AR03 SPO is a 2021 BMW 118, first registered on 15 March 2021.

Is AR03 SPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR03 SPO shows 3 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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