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BN18 OGJ

2018 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,074 mi
Last recorded82,074 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 11837,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN18 OGJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 82,074 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 82,074 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Driver's seat insecure bolts holding seat loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Passenger's seat insecure bolts holding seat loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 68,698 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both (3.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear additional side light fitted

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 68,698 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear additional side light fitted

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 51,785 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 48,547 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Apr 2023 48,322 miles

Offside Front Front fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45r17 run flat tyre (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

drivers mirror damaged

Pass 11 Apr 2022 37,139 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 26,781 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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BN18 OGJ is a 2018 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BN18 OGJ, 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

How do I check the history of BN18 OGJ?

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What year was BN18 OGJ registered?

BN18 OGJ is a 2018 BMW 118, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is BN18 OGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN18 OGJ shows 9 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.

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