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DC17 DRX

2017 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,002 mi
Last recorded54,002 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 11842,141 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC17 DRX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 54,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 47,930 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end gator slight seepage of grease.

Pass 9 Nov 2023 41,832 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 34,685 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 34,494 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 28,340 miles

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))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 23,179 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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DC17 DRX is a 2017 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 42,141 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DC17 DRX, 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 9 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 DC17 DRX registered?

DC17 DRX is a 2017 BMW 118, first registered on 21 August 2017.

Is DC17 DRX safe to buy?

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