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BG18 SWJ

2018 BMW 225

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,826 mi
Last recorded37,826 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 22539,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG18 SWJ
MakeBMW
Model225
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 37,826 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 31,144 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 28,443 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 24,295 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 19,087 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 13,817 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 13 Apr 2021 13,817 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

How Reliable is the BMW 225?

Based on 20,789 MOT tests across 2,642 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
6,195
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
2,642
On UK Roads
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BG18 SWJ is a 2018 BMW 225 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 BMW 225 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 39,486 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 225 typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 225 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG18 SWJ?

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What year was BG18 SWJ registered?

BG18 SWJ is a 2018 BMW 225, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is BG18 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG18 SWJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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