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C23 EMO

2021 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,595 mi
Last recorded25,595 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW 11828,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC23 EMO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 25,595 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 25,449 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 22,827 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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C23 EMO 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 C23 EMO, 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 C23 EMO?

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What year was C23 EMO registered?

C23 EMO is a 2021 BMW 118, first registered on 16 December 2021.

Is C23 EMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C23 EMO 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 C23 EMO have outstanding finance?

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