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LR20 VLA

2020 BMW 218

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,369 mi
Last recorded21,369 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2020 BMW 21826,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR20 VLA
MakeBMW
Model218
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 21,369 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 21,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 15,967 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 11,607 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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LR20 VLA is a 2020 BMW 218 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2020 BMW 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 26,177 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 6 years old, this BMW 218 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LR20 VLA?

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What year was LR20 VLA registered?

LR20 VLA is a 2020 BMW 218, first registered on 21 August 2020.

Is LR20 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR20 VLA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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