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BN18 GVJ

2018 MG 3

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,785 mi
Last recorded51,785 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 MG 328,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN18 GVJ
MakeMG
Model3
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 51,785 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 45,036 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 39,901 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 39,901 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 28,871 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 16,053 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 8,627 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 8,487 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 8,478 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the MG 3?

Based on 143,683 MOT tests across 20,731 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,878
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
20,731
On UK Roads
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BN18 GVJ is a 2018 MG 3 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2018 MG 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 28,196 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The MG 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 8 years old, this MG 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN18 GVJ?

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What year was BN18 GVJ registered?

BN18 GVJ is a 2018 MG 3, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is BN18 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN18 GVJ 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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