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C21 YEM

2021 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,750 mi
Last recorded16,750 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW 11828,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 YEM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 16,750 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 27 Nov 2025 16,750 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2025 34,372 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 11,955 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 29,080 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 20,768 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 20,767 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (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))

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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C21 YEM is a 2021 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C21 YEM, 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

How do I check the history of C21 YEM?

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What year was C21 YEM registered?

C21 YEM is a 2021 BMW 118, first registered on 8 December 2021.

Is C21 YEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C21 YEM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C21 YEM have outstanding finance?

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