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GM18 VLK

2018 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,808 mi
Last recorded85,808 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM18 VLK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 85,808 miles

Central Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Dec 2025 85,233 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 82,833 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 82,832 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 65,350 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 50,966 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 39,895 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 38,134 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 38,134 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre getting low on tread

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre getting low on tread

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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GM18 VLK is a 2018 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2018 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 39,564 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 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GM18 VLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GM18 VLK registered?

GM18 VLK is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 12 July 2018.

Is GM18 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM18 VLK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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