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LY18 EFG

2018 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,011 mi
Last recorded44,011 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY18 EFG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 44,011 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 39,612 miles
Fail 3 May 2025 39,612 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2024 32,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 22,872 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 22,001 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off Crack in plate by fixing screw. (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 17,555 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked across by fixing (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also cut but unable to see ply or cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 14,462 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off Cracked by screw fixings. (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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LY18 EFG is a 2018 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2018 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 39,564 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY18 EFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LY18 EFG registered?

LY18 EFG is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 11 June 2018.

Is LY18 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY18 EFG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY18 EFG have outstanding finance?

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