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AF18 VEK

2018 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,556 mi
Last recorded83,556 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF18 VEK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2025 83,556 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 67,658 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre has nail

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 57,780 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 53,296 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 39,785 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential is leaking oil from prop shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 39,780 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential is leaking oil from prop shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 26,622 miles

undertrays and floor covers fitted

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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AF18 VEK is a 2018 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AF18 VEK, 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

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What year was AF18 VEK registered?

AF18 VEK is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is AF18 VEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF18 VEK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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