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AX18 BCF

2018 BMW 118

White Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,651 mi
Last recorded83,651 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 11837,169 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX18 BCF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 83,651 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 73,496 miles

Nearside Rear Light unit cracked

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Feb 2025 73,496 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Light unit cracked

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Oct 2023 64,052 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 49,058 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 36,669 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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AX18 BCF is a 2018 BMW 118 in White with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX18 BCF, 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 AX18 BCF?

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What year was AX18 BCF registered?

AX18 BCF is a 2018 BMW 118, first registered on 5 July 2018.

Is AX18 BCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX18 BCF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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