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DRM 5P

2017 BMW 218

White Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,145 mi
Last recorded72,145 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 21839,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRM 5P
MakeBMW
Model218
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 72,145 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2026 72,145 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 69,339 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 67,355 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 62,693 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 53,666 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 44,887 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 41,527 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 218?

Based on 371,982 MOT tests across 48,935 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
6,313
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
48,935
On UK Roads
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DRM 5P is a 2017 BMW 218 in White with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 39,721 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 9 years old, this BMW 218 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRM 5P?

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What year was DRM 5P registered?

DRM 5P is a 2017 BMW 218, first registered on 28 July 2017.

Is DRM 5P safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRM 5P shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRM 5P have outstanding finance?

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