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SM04 GAL

2018 BMW X1

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,111 mi
Last recorded41,111 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW X136,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 GAL
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 41,111 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Under trays fitted obscuring view of various items

Vehicle presented for Mot Test in wet conditions

Pass 13 Nov 2025 111,332 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 36,826 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 36,826 miles

Offside Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2024 102,068 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 28,881 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 93,883 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 20,765 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 86,030 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 14,102 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 76,745 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 13,557 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 65,370 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 54,770 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 42,179 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 30,771 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 30,681 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 29,479 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 26,877 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Aug 2013 26,877 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Sep 2012 16,859 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 16,859 miles

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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SM04 GAL is a 2018 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 SM04 GAL, 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 SM04 GAL registered?

SM04 GAL is a 2018 BMW X1, first registered on 20 September 2018.

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The MOT history for SM04 GAL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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