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AX18 GXW

2018 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,388 mi
Last recorded55,388 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 11837,169 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX18 GXW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 55,388 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 55,388 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 47,468 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2024 42,555 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 26 Jul 2024 42,555 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45 w 17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Jul 2023 32,767 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 32,767 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Blocked (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 26,356 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 19,974 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 GXW is a 2018 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GXW, 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

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What year was AX18 GXW registered?

AX18 GXW is a 2018 BMW 118, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is AX18 GXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX18 GXW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX18 GXW have outstanding finance?

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