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NJ18 VEK

2018 BMW X1

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

129,822 mi
Last recorded129,822 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW X136,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ18 VEK
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 129,822 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 2 Jul 2026 129,406 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 20 Jun 2026 129,125 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2025 115,937 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect + slight mist (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid after first wash

Pass 14 May 2024 93,078 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre far on inner edge

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 May 2024 92,452 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre far on inner edge

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 4 May 2023 65,135 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 May 2023 65,135 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 48,067 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 39,329 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 39,329 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre sidewall inner punctured

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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NJ18 VEK is a 2018 BMW X1 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2018 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 36,098 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NJ18 VEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 8 years old, this BMW X1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NJ18 VEK registered?

NJ18 VEK is a 2018 BMW X1, first registered on 15 March 2018.

Is NJ18 VEK safe to buy?

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