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BC18 HVB

2018 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,273 mi
Last recorded88,273 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 1 Series39,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC18 HVB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 88,273 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 74,712 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 62,618 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 47,494 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 30,072 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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BC18 HVB is a 2018 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 39,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BC18 HVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BC18 HVB registered?

BC18 HVB is a 2018 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 July 2018.

Is BC18 HVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC18 HVB shows 5 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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