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LS18 VEL

2018 BMW 420

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,428 mi
Last recorded49,428 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 42039,991 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS18 VEL
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 49,428 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2025 49,428 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 40,085 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2024 40,085 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 27,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall close to cord (5.2.3 (d) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2022 22,276 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 17,827 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 420?

Based on 520,588 MOT tests across 70,570 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
7,417
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
70,570
On UK Roads
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LS18 VEL is a 2018 BMW 420 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 BMW 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 39,991 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LS18 VEL?

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What year was LS18 VEL registered?

LS18 VEL is a 2018 BMW 420, first registered on 28 March 2018.

Is LS18 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS18 VEL 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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