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AO18 VWU

2018 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,770 mi
Last recorded46,770 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 12039,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO18 VWU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 May 2025 46,770 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 37,372 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 27,124 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 17,527 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 12,059 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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AO18 VWU is a 2018 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol 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 AO18 VWU, 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 AO18 VWU?

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What year was AO18 VWU registered?

AO18 VWU is a 2018 BMW 120, first registered on 22 May 2018.

Is AO18 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO18 VWU 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 AO18 VWU have outstanding finance?

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