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2020 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · HB12 ACB

HB12 ACB

2020 BMW 118 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 16 Jul 2020. Recorded mileage 49,532 miles. MOT valid until 29 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
BMW 118
Year / Origin
2020 · Bournemouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
49,532 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2020
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This 2020 BMW 118 demonstrates a strong roadworthiness trend, culminating in a clean pass on 2026-05-28 at 49,532 miles just three months prior to the current date. The maintenance trajectory is stable and trouble-free, showing no history of test failures or dangerous defects across four consecutive annual examinations. The tester recorded zero advisories during this latest inspection, which indicates that previous minor consumable wear has been addressed by the keeper. The vehicle accumulates mileage at a predictable rate of roughly 8,250 miles per year, perfectly matching typical UK driving patterns for a modern hatchback. The chronological progression shows steady use rather than periods of prolonged storage or extreme commercial mileage. Specifically, the odometer advanced smoothly from the May 2023 test through the May 2024 pass, the May 2025 pass, and the most recent May 2026 examination. This consistent usage profile prevents the deterioration of rubber seals, exhaust components, and braking hydraulics that often affects vehicles left standing for long periods. A physical inspection should focus primarily on routine consumable replacement rather than structural defects, given the clean chassis history. The advisory record highlights standard tyre wear patterns, noting edge wear on the front axle at 3mm and 3.5mm during the May 2023 test, followed by minor perishing on the nearside rear tyre in May 2025. Prospective buyers must check the current tread depth, manufacture dates, and shoulder condition across all four tyres to confirm recent replacement quality. Brake discs and pads warrant a visual check for lips and scoring during a test drive to verify that stopping performance matches the unblemished MOT history.
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HB12 ACB Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2026
  • 49,532 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

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

HB12 ACB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Oct 2026, 16:21
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 BMW 118 (HB12 ACB) between May 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

HB12 ACB Mileage History

  1. 31/05/202320,781 mi
  2. 28/05/202426,280 mi+5,499 mi
  3. 15/05/202534,372 mi+8,092 mi
  4. 28/05/202649,532 mi+15,160 mi

Average of roughly 9,608 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 DG

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
97
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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