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ST18 DFJ

2018 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,357 mi
Last recorded83,357 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST18 DFJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2026 83,357 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 67,397 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 62,729 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 49,215 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 43,076 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

some engine and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some engine and under body components

Pass 24 Feb 2021 26,226 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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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ST18 DFJ is a 2018 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ST18 DFJ, 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 ST18 DFJ registered?

ST18 DFJ is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is ST18 DFJ safe to buy?

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