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YB18 ERK

2018 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,919 mi
Last recorded78,919 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB18 ERK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 78,919 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 62,486 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 51,559 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 40,762 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 31,311 miles

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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YB18 ERK is a 2018 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 YB18 ERK, 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

How do I check the history of YB18 ERK?

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What year was YB18 ERK registered?

YB18 ERK is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 25 May 2018.

Is YB18 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB18 ERK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB18 ERK have outstanding finance?

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