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AX17 SMU

2017 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,475 mi
Last recorded24,475 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 11842,141 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX17 SMU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 24,475 miles

Offside Front tyre getting low on useable tread inner edge worn

underbody trays fitted

Fail 23 May 2026 24,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords as per marking 225/40/18 r/f (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front tyre getting low on useable tread inner edge worn

underbody trays fitted

Pass 28 May 2025 21,768 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 17,716 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 13,711 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 9,062 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 5,099 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 3,015 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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AX17 SMU is a 2017 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AX17 SMU, 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 AX17 SMU?

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What year was AX17 SMU registered?

AX17 SMU is a 2017 BMW 118, first registered on 17 March 2017.

Is AX17 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX17 SMU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX17 SMU have outstanding finance?

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