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LJ18 UOX

2018 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,759 mi
Last recorded106,759 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 11646,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ18 UOX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 106,759 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Apr 2025 98,450 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 94,573 miles

Rear Exhaust has rubber weighted mount vibrating

Rear diff has slight oil leak

both front tyres wearing on outter edges

Pass 22 Aug 2023 80,026 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 64,601 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 64,564 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 58,505 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Brake Pads at 3-3.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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LJ18 UOX is a 2018 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 46,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ18 UOX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 116 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ18 UOX registered?

LJ18 UOX is a 2018 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is LJ18 UOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ18 UOX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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