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OE18 LMF

2018 BMW 316

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

197,073 mi
Last recorded197,073 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 31657,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE18 LMF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 197,073 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2025 183,033 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 165,508 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 143,662 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 125,934 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads low + slight lip on discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 106,505 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 94,223 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 74,732 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 51,640 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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OE18 LMF is a 2018 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 57,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE18 LMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE18 LMF registered?

OE18 LMF is a 2018 BMW 316, first registered on 19 June 2018.

Is OE18 LMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE18 LMF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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