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2018 BMW 5 Series 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · SW18 DRV

SW18 DRV

2018 BMW 5 Series (2.0L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 19/04/2018. Recorded mileage 76,303 miles. MOT valid until 27/02/2027.

Make & Model
BMW 5 SERIES
Year / Origin
2018 · Aberdeen
MOT Status
Valid until 27/02/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
76,303 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27/02/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Hybrid Electric (Clean)
Year
2018
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2018 BMW 5 Series holds a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 18 February 2026 at 76,303 miles. The maintenance trend is consistent, showing a clean record across five consecutive tests, with the exception of a single fail recorded on 17 February 2026 at 76,302 miles which was rectified overnight to achieve a pass the following day. No structural or mechanical defects have been flagged in any of the official records, indicating that previous owners maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoided recurring advisories or failures. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of its age, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per year over the eight-year lifespan. The recorded data shows a steady progression from 34,977 miles on 7 February 2023 to 49,719 miles on 19 February 2024, and subsequently to 65,833 miles on 18 February 2025, before reaching the current 76,303 miles. There are no anomalous gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer history that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged periods of inactivity, presenting a consistent pattern of regular use. Because the MOT history records no defects, the buyer must inspect in person for wear that falls outside the scope of mandatory testing or has developed since the last assessment. A physical examination should focus on the condition of the brake discs and pads, suspension bushes, and coil springs, as these components experience wear that the clean record does not quantify. The absence of corrosion advisories in the official documents does not guarantee the absence of structural rust, particularly on a 2018 model approaching eight years of age, making a thorough underbody inspection essential.

SW18 DRV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
  • 76,303 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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SW18 DRV Mileage History

  1. 07/02/202334,977 mi
  2. 19/02/202449,719 mi+14,742 mi
  3. 18/02/202565,833 mi+16,114 mi
  4. 17/02/202676,302 mi+10,469 mi
  5. 18/02/202676,303 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 13,636 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SW18 DRV MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
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 2018 BMW 5 Series (SW18 DRV) between February 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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