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L18 DFF

2021 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,075 mi
Last recorded40,075 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 DFF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 40,075 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2025 46,966 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 May 2025 32,518 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 31,565 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2024 22,456 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 22,427 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 15,365 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 15,336 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 15,183 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 12,778 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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L18 DFF is a 2021 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L18 DFF, 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 5 years old, this BMW 1 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L18 DFF registered?

L18 DFF is a 2021 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 March 2021.

Is L18 DFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L18 DFF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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