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2018 BMW X12.0L Diesel

HW02 ALW

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Free vehicle summary for HW02 ALW: 2018 BMW X1 (Blue, Diesel). Mileage: 84,249. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.

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Expires 10/10/2026
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Fuel
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1995cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 7 October 2025 at 84,249 miles. The maintenance trend is stable, though the record reveals a pattern of neglecting basic consumables until the point of failure. The latest test flagged a damaged windscreen, which remains an advisory, while previous years show a tendency to ignore tyre wear and brake component degradation until the annual inspection. The mileage is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 10,531 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between October 2023 and October 2024, where the odometer rose from 55,805 to 72,636 miles. This period of heavier use coincides with a failure for an excessively damaged offside front brake hose, suggesting the vehicle was pushed harder during this interval. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the tyres and braking system. The record shows repeated failures and advisories regarding tyre condition, including a failure on 3 October 2023 for exposed ply or cords on the nearside rear and a nail in the offside front tyre in April 2021. This suggests a lack of proactive tyre management. The failure for a damaged brake hose in October 2024 indicates that rubber components may be perishing or suffering from impact damage. Check the windscreen for cracks or chips that may have worsened since the October 2025 test. While there are no recorded issues with structural corrosion or suspension bushes, the history of ignoring tyre tread and brake hose integrity implies the previous owner followed a reactive rather than preventative maintenance schedule. Verify that all consumables have been replaced recently rather than just patched to pass the MOT.

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 21:10
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 7 October 2025 at 84,249 miles. The maintenance trend is stable, though the record reveals a pattern of neglecting basic consumables until the point of failure. The latest test flagged a damaged windscreen, which remains an advisory, while previous years show a tendency to ignore tyre wear and brake component degradation until the annual inspection. The mileage is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 10,531 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between October 2023 and October 2024, where the odometer rose from 55,805 to 72,636 miles. This period of heavier use coincides with a failure for an excessively damaged offside front brake hose, suggesting the vehicle was pushed harder during this interval. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the tyres and braking system. The record shows repeated failures and advisories regarding tyre condition, including a failure on 3 October 2023 for exposed ply or cords on the nearside rear and a nail in the offside front tyre in April 2021. This suggests a lack of proactive tyre management. The failure for a damaged brake hose in October 2024 indicates that rubber components may be perishing or suffering from impact damage. Check the windscreen for cracks or chips that may have worsened since the October 2025 test. While there are no recorded issues with structural corrosion or suspension bushes, the history of ignoring tyre tread and brake hose integrity implies the previous owner followed a reactive rather than preventative maintenance schedule. Verify that all consumables have been replaced recently rather than just patched to pass the MOT.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2018 BMW X1 (HW02 ALW) has a recorded MOT history spanning from October 2023 to October 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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