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BK71 EGU

2021 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,513 mi
Last recorded28,513 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW 11828,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK71 EGU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 28,513 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 21,835 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 21,734 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect size and no spacing (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect size and no spacing (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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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BK71 EGU is a 2021 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 28,544 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 BK71 EGU, 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 5 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 BK71 EGU registered?

BK71 EGU is a 2021 BMW 118, first registered on 17 September 2021.

Is BK71 EGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK71 EGU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK71 EGU have outstanding finance?

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