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MA71 FSJ

2021 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,190 mi
Last recorded42,190 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW 11828,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA71 FSJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 42,190 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 31,797 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 31,797 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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MA71 FSJ is a 2021 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 28,544 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA71 FSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 5 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MA71 FSJ?

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What year was MA71 FSJ registered?

MA71 FSJ is a 2021 BMW 118, first registered on 15 September 2021.

Is MA71 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA71 FSJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MA71 FSJ have outstanding finance?

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