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A18 DHX

2018 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,567 mi
Last recorded95,567 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 DHX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 95,567 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ns and os (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH NS AND OS on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front both: shock absorber dust boots / bump stops deteriorated

Nearside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected flexy hose bracket appears distorted / damaged * (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed * (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 2mm in places (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))

Parking Brake efficiency 20% OS REAR LAZY. 170 / 130 KgF

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TYRES MRF: OS Rear 2019, OS Front 2016 and NS Front 2012 !!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Sep 2025 95,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched incorrectly located * (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake prescribed area is inadequately repaired flexy hose fouling on bracket * (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ns and os (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH NS AND OS on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front both: shock absorber dust boots / bump stops deteriorated

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring incorrectly routed / located / insecure *

Nearside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected flexy hose bracket appears distorted / damaged * (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed * (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 2mm in places (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))

Parking Brake efficiency 20% OS REAR LAZY. 170 / 130 KgF

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TYRES MRF: OS Rear 2019, OS Front 2016 and NS Front 2012 !!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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Pass 26 Sep 2024 85,624 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 73,639 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 60,869 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 53,712 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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A18 DHX is a 2018 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A18 DHX, 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.

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What year was A18 DHX registered?

A18 DHX is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 27 September 2018.

Is A18 DHX safe to buy?

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