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BG17 ZSU

2017 BMW 218

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,595 mi
Last recorded42,595 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 21839,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG17 ZSU
MakeBMW
Model218
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 42,595 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 35,957 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 32,859 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 26,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Jan 2023 26,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 26,783 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 22,205 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 18,320 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 218?

Based on 371,982 MOT tests across 48,935 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
6,313
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
48,935
On UK Roads
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BG17 ZSU is a 2017 BMW 218 in Red 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 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 39,721 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 218 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG17 ZSU?

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What year was BG17 ZSU registered?

BG17 ZSU is a 2017 BMW 218, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is BG17 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG17 ZSU 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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