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BK18 LNV

2018 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,739 mi
Last recorded74,739 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 11837,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK18 LNV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 74,739 miles

Front Both washers weak in the application of washer fluid

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Mar 2026 74,337 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Will not adjust and the inner reflector is at a steep angle (4.1.2 (a))

Front Both washers weak in the application of washer fluid

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 53,338 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 37,135 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Centre 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 27,445 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 20,881 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 14,269 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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BK18 LNV is a 2018 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BK18 LNV, 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 BK18 LNV registered?

BK18 LNV is a 2018 BMW 118, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is BK18 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK18 LNV 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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