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FX18 NCV

2018 BMW 420

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,463 mi
Last recorded86,463 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 42039,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX18 NCV
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 86,463 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 86,463 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225-40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 76,969 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255-35-19 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255-35-19 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 76,968 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255-35-19 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255-35-19 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 68,148 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre and in inner sidewall ()

Pass 2 Mar 2023 57,113 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 56,855 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs are lipped . (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads are wearing close to the limit . (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 56,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre below limit . (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs are lipped . (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads are wearing close to the limit . (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn close to the legal limit . (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 46,483 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively brake discs are lipped slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

full undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2021 36,362 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the BMW 420?

Based on 520,588 MOT tests across 70,570 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
7,417
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
70,570
On UK Roads
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FX18 NCV is a 2018 BMW 420 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2018 BMW 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 39,991 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX18 NCV registered?

FX18 NCV is a 2018 BMW 420, first registered on 2 March 2018.

Is FX18 NCV safe to buy?

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