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SM18 VVG

2018 BMW X1

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,992 mi
Last recorded100,992 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW X136,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM18 VVG
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 100,992 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 91,994 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 84,522 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 80,021 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 71,190 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear 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 Mar 2021 48,401 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 25 Mar 2021 48,401 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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SM18 VVG is a 2018 BMW X1 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SM18 VVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM18 VVG?

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What year was SM18 VVG registered?

SM18 VVG is a 2018 BMW X1, first registered on 29 June 2018.

Is SM18 VVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM18 VVG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM18 VVG have outstanding finance?

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