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2017 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · SM67 ACU

SM67 ACU

2017 BMW 118 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 23 Nov 2017. Recorded mileage 81,087 miles. MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 118
Year / Origin
2017 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 22 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
81,087 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
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Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle presents an exceptionally clean MOT history with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 29 October 2025 at 81,087 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2022, indicating a car that has been kept in a roadworthy condition without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for a nine year old vehicle, averaging roughly 9,010 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady, increasing by 7,335 miles between November 2023 and November 2024, and a further 5,355 miles by October 2025. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or long periods of inactivity that would suggest neglect or hidden deterioration of rubber components and fluids. A strange entry appears on 11 November 2024 where the vehicle failed and passed on the same day at 75,732 miles. Since no specific defects were listed for the failure, this likely represents a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical fault. The absence of any advisories regarding brake disc wear, suspension bushes, or exhaust emissions over the last four years suggests a disciplined approach to preventative maintenance. A buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the brake pads and tyre treads, as these consumables are not always flagged until they reach the legal limit. Given the lack of structural corrosion or suspension issues in the DVSA records, the primary focus should be on verifying the service history to ensure oil changes and filter replacements align with the mileage intervals.
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SM67 ACU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/10/2025
  • 81,087 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded

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SM67 ACU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 02:19
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 BMW 118 (SM67 ACU) between November 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

SM67 ACU Mileage History

  1. 09/11/202260,505 mi
  2. 01/11/202368,394 mi+7,889 mi
  3. 11/11/202475,732 mi+7,338 mi
  4. 11/11/202475,732 mi
  5. 29/10/202581,087 mi+5,355 mi

Average of roughly 6,928 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
No outstanding recalls
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