2022 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · SO71 FXA
2022 BMW 118 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 18 Jan 2022. Recorded mileage 25,045 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 118
- Year / Origin
- 2022 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (07 May 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 25,045 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SO71 FXA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
- 25,045 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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SO71 FXA Mileage History
- 15/01/202519,978 mi
- 16/01/202624,045 mi+4,067 mi
- 04/06/202625,045 mi+1,000 mi
Average of roughly 3,666 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
SO71 FXA MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2022 BMW 118 (SO71 FXA) between January 2025 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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Our Verdict
This is a strong buy for anyone seeking a near-new petrol BMW hatchback with a clean record. The consistent MOT passes and modest mileage make it a low-risk proposition for private or family use.
Given the clean MOT history with no failures or advisories across 2025 and 2026, your main focus should be confirming the service history matches the low annual mileage. BMW recommends servicing roughly every 12 months or 10,000 miles; with around 6,000 miles per year, check that intervals were observed by an authorised dealer or reputable specialist. Negotiate on price using the fact this is a 2022 car with 25k miles, as many similar-age examples will have higher wear. As no model aggregate reliability data is available, rely on the individual history here and a professional inspection before purchase.
The 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine in this 118 typically returns decent economy for a premium hatch, though exact figures are not in the provided data; expect competitive fuel costs against larger engines. As a 1499cc Euro 6 petrol registered in 2022, it should fall into a moderate VED band and a standard insurance group for the model, though specific group numbers are not supplied. Estimated annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and routine maintenance are around £1,200-£1,500 given its age and low mileage.
The MOT history shows no failure types of concern, with three consecutive passes and zero defects recorded at 19,978, 24,045 and 25,045 miles, so no specific test failures need addressing. However, inspect the white paintwork for stone chips or parking marks common on urban hatchbacks, and verify tyre condition despite no MOT advisories. Check the cabin and boot for wear consistent with the low mileage, and confirm the infotainment and driver aids function, as these are not covered by MOT.
The BMW 118 registered SO71FXA is a January 2022 white petrol hatchback with a 1.5-litre Euro 6 engine, showing 25,045 miles at its most recent MOT in June 2026. All three MOT tests on record (2025 and two in 2026) passed with no defects recorded, indicating careful upkeep. With below-average mileage for its age and no advisory notes, it presents a solid value as a lightly used premium small car.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the BMW 118, so assessment relies solely on this vehicle's individual clean test history.
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