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MW18 UCG

2018 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

58,181 mi
Last recorded58,181 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW18 UCG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 58,181 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 48,475 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 39,427 miles

Offside Front shock absorber possibly slightly bent, tyre/wheel running close to shock

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 39,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front shock absorber possibly slightly bent, tyre/wheel running close to shock

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 33,906 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 33,906 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 24,994 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 24,994 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Lamp unit (6.2.1 (a) (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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MW18 UCG 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 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MW18 UCG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MW18 UCG registered?

MW18 UCG is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is MW18 UCG safe to buy?

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