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J7 XEM

2018 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,532 mi
Last recorded51,532 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 1 Series39,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 XEM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 51,532 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% just met (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under cover fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2024 45,317 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 37,515 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Nov 2023 37,515 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 31,389 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 21,811 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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J7 XEM is a 2018 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 39,784 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J7 XEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J7 XEM registered?

J7 XEM is a 2018 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 November 2018.

Is J7 XEM safe to buy?

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