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2018 BMW 120 2.0L Petrol · FD18 VNF

FD18 VNF

2018 BMW 120 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30 May 2018. Recorded mileage 50,189 miles. MOT expired on 29 May 2026.

Make & Model
BMW 120
Year / Origin
2018 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 29 May 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
50,189 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 29 May 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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An exemplary record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, characterized by a consistent history of clean passes and a total absence of recorded advisories. This stable mechanical trend is confirmed by the most recent test on 2025-05-08, which was completed without a single defect. Even the recorded failure on 2024-05-21 appears to be a clerical or administrative anomaly, as no specific defects were listed and the vehicle passed on the same day. The recorded mileage of 50,189 miles is well-aligned with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,274 miles per year. This usage pattern is typical for a private vehicle and suggests a balanced duty cycle that avoids the risks associated with both excessive high-mileage wear on the drivetrain and the degradation often found in vehicles that have spent prolonged periods stationary. Given the complete absence of flagged components in the DVSA history, there are no chronic issues with suspension bushes, brake lines, or structural corrosion to address. A prospective buyer should use the test drive to verify that this clean record translates to the physical condition of the car. Listen for any unusual knocks or clunks from the suspension over uneven surfaces and ensure there is no steering pull or pedal judder, which would contradict the defect-free MOT history. Final verification should focus on the physical condition of the brake discs and tyres to ensure they have been maintained in line with the clean testing record. While no oil misting or leaks have been noted by inspectors, a quick visual check of the engine bay for any fresh seepage will confirm the continued mechanical integrity suggested by the last five years of testing data.
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FD18 VNF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2025
  • 50,189 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

FD18 VNF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 May 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 BMW 120 (FD18 VNF) between May 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
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ADVISORY

FD18 VNF Mileage History

  1. 23/05/202223,978 mi
  2. 23/05/202333,757 mi+9,779 mi
  3. 21/05/202442,721 mi+8,964 mi
  4. 21/05/202442,721 mi
  5. 08/05/202550,189 mi+7,468 mi

Average of roughly 8,856 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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