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YF18 DPN

2018 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,988 mi
Last recorded75,988 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF18 DPN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 75,988 miles

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

Front accident damage , sharp edges repaired with tame

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

service light on

Fail 16 Jun 2026 75,963 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damaged and delaminated and sharp edges and broken across lettering (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front washers inop and not ion conjunction with wipers (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted jagged edges (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Front fog lamp not working damaged and insecure also accident damaged (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 56,203 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 56,088 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2025 55,804 miles

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 29 Feb 2024 49,639 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 44,414 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2022 37,550 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 29,476 miles

Engine trays fitted obscuring some components

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

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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YF18 DPN is a 2018 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF18 DPN, 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 YF18 DPN?

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What year was YF18 DPN registered?

YF18 DPN is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 18 May 2018.

Is YF18 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF18 DPN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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