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BD17 VHR

2017 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,509 mi
Last recorded70,509 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 11842,141 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD17 VHR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 70,509 miles

Nearside Front shock dust cover split

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front shock dust cover split

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 61,978 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust cover split off.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorber dust cover split off.

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2024 61,978 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust cover split off.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorber dust cover split off.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2023 55,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2022 47,681 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 41,806 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 36,137 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020

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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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BD17 VHR is a 2017 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 BD17 VHR, 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

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What year was BD17 VHR registered?

BD17 VHR is a 2017 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is BD17 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD17 VHR 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.

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