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FA17 MGU

2017 BMW 218

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,908 mi
Last recorded57,908 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 21839,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA17 MGU
MakeBMW
Model218
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 57,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 49,219 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 42,266 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 36,986 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 36,986 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 33,290 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 21,078 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020

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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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FA17 MGU is a 2017 BMW 218 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FA17 MGU?

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What year was FA17 MGU registered?

FA17 MGU is a 2017 BMW 218, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is FA17 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA17 MGU 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.

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