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2017 BMW 2181.5L Petrol

YF17 ACY

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2017 BMW 218 is a Petrol vehicle with a 1499cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 25,771.

MOT
Valid
Expires 28/10/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
1499cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistent history of clean passes across its life. The most recent test on 24 October 2025 at 25,771 miles returned no defects or advisories, indicating a stable maintenance trend. This string of successes suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained and has not suffered from recurring mechanical or structural failures over the last five years. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 2,860 miles per year. Between October 2023 (17,258 miles) and October 2025 (25,771 miles), the car covered only 8,513 miles, confirming a pattern of light usage or extended storage. While this reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, the significant time gaps between the April 2020 and October 2020 tests indicate the car sat infrequently during that period, which can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components or fluid acidity. While the MOT record shows no recorded faults, a buyer must physically inspect for issues associated with low-mileage vehicles. The tester should check for flat spots on the tyres and seized brake calipers resulting from long periods of inactivity. Given the age of the car, an inspection of the suspension bushes and seals is necessary, as these materials can perish and crack over time regardless of the distance driven. The 2021 note regarding a child seat obstructing a seat belt inspection is a minor administrative detail, but ensuring the seat belt mechanism remains functional and free of fraying is a priority.

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88
/ 100 · Good

Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
✓ No outstanding recalls
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 06:17
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this BMW 218 (YF17 ACY) from 2017 show a total of 5 MOT tests between October 2021 and October 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

There is 1 advisory notice in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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