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YB18 FBN

2018 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,908 mi
Last recorded65,908 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 11837,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB18 FBN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 65,908 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 58,457 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 51,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 43,397 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 43,397 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2021 35,384 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 32,743 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slight damage (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 28,665 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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YB18 FBN is a 2018 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2018 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 37,169 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB18 FBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB18 FBN registered?

YB18 FBN is a 2018 BMW 118, first registered on 29 May 2018.

Is YB18 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB18 FBN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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