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WG18 CWJ

2018 BMW X5

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,946 mi
Last recorded48,946 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW X545,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG18 CWJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 48,946 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 41,776 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 41,775 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 26,415 miles

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

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))

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

Fail 8 May 2023 26,296 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 16,405 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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WG18 CWJ is a 2018 BMW X5 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,420 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 X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG18 CWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 8 years old, this BMW X5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WG18 CWJ?

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What year was WG18 CWJ registered?

WG18 CWJ is a 2018 BMW X5, first registered on 27 July 2018.

Is WG18 CWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG18 CWJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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