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LB18 XBW

2018 BMW 218

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,410 mi
Last recorded71,410 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 21834,880 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB18 XBW
MakeBMW
Model218
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 71,410 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2025 71,395 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 54,521 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to limit (245/35R18 88Y) RUN FLAT TYRE. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to limit (245/35R18 88Y) RUN FLAT TYRE. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear brake pads worn 75%. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 54,521 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to limit (245/35R18 88Y) RUN FLAT TYRE. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to limit (245/35R18 88Y) RUN FLAT TYRE. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear brake pads worn 75%. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 44,814 miles

TPMS indicates low pressure

Pass 8 Sep 2022 36,370 miles

Nearside Front stonechip damage

Nearside Rear indicator came on during test-advised investigation

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut, close to cords 245/35/R18 Bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 21,764 miles

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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LB18 XBW is a 2018 BMW 218 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 BMW 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 34,880 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 8 years old, this BMW 218 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB18 XBW registered?

LB18 XBW is a 2018 BMW 218, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is LB18 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB18 XBW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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