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AU04 LAU

2021 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,222 mi
Last recorded49,222 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2021 BMW 11828,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 LAU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2026 49,222 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 39,485 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 30,651 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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AU04 LAU is a 2021 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 AU04 LAU, 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 AU04 LAU?

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What year was AU04 LAU registered?

AU04 LAU is a 2021 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2021.

Is AU04 LAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 LAU 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.

Does AU04 LAU have outstanding finance?

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