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2018 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · WV18 YLU

WV18 YLU

2018 BMW X3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2018. Recorded mileage 53,936 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/09/2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW X3
Year / Origin
2018 · Bristol
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 16/09/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/09/2026)
Recorded Mileage
53,936 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 16/09/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/09/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2018
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent pass record over the last five years. The most recent test on 22 August 2025 at 53,936 miles passed without mechanical failures, although the tester noted that child seats obstructed a full inspection of the rear adult seat belts. This minor restriction does not indicate a mechanical fault but confirms that the core drivetrain and structural components remained within acceptable tolerances during the latest inspection. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between the September 2021 test at 39,949 miles and the August 2025 test at 53,936 miles, the car covered roughly 14,000 miles. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of inactivity, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and seals often seen in low-mileage, high-age luxury vehicles. A buyer should pay specific attention to the tyre condition noted in August 2024 at 52,540 miles, where both nearside and offside rear tyres were worn to the legal limit and showed edge wear. This pattern often indicates an alignment issue or prematurely worn suspension bushes. While the vehicle passed the subsequent 2025 test, a physical inspection of the rear control arms and shock absorbers is necessary to ensure that the uneven wear has not resulted in deeper mechanical damage to the suspension geometry.

WV18 YLU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
  • 53,936 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
  • No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
✓ No outstanding recalls
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WV18 YLU Mileage History

  1. 03/09/202139,949 mi
  2. 23/08/202245,369 mi+5,420 mi
  3. 18/09/202349,889 mi+4,520 mi
  4. 30/08/202452,540 mi+2,651 mi
  5. 22/08/202553,936 mi+1,396 mi

Average of roughly 3,526 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

WV18 YLU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Jun 2026, 05:47
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 BMW X3 (WV18 YLU) between September 2021 and August 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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.

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