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BP18 PYV

2018 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

87,715 mi
Last recorded87,715 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 3 Series44,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP18 PYV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 87,715 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 78,864 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 74,963 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Front Undertray damaged

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marked by window wiper (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Apr 2024 74,962 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Front Undertray damaged

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marked by window wiper (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 70,673 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 53,912 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 53,878 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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BP18 PYV is a 2018 BMW 3 Series in White 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 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 44,404 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 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BP18 PYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BP18 PYV registered?

BP18 PYV is a 2018 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 August 2018.

Is BP18 PYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP18 PYV 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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