The road tax status for YA18 YKC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for YA18 YKC?

The MOT for YA18 YKC is valid and due for renewal on or before 3 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of YA18 YKC?

The recorded mileage for YA18 YKC is 60,508 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YA18 YKC ULEZ compliant?

Yes, YA18 YKC (BMW 1 SERIES) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

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2018 BMW 1 Series 1.5L Diesel · YA18 YKC

YA18 YKC

2018 BMW 1 Series (1.5L, diesel). First registered 29/06/2018. Recorded mileage 60,508 miles. MOT valid until 03/03/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 1 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2018 · Leeds
MOT Status: Valid until 03/03/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 60,508 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 03/03/2027

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Mileage: 60,508 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2018
Engine: 1496cc

Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 60,508 miles passed with no defects, it followed an immediate failure for an inoperative Engine Malfunction Lamp (MIL). This specific fault is a recurring issue, having appeared in both 2024 and 2026, suggesting that the owner has only addressed engine-related electronic faults when forced by an MOT failure. The mileage progression is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per annum. Between June 2021 and February 2026, the car covered 30,124 miles, indicating relatively low-intensity use. However, the intervals between tests show a neglect of basic consumables. For instance, the vehicle travelled over 6,700 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests while accumulating multiple tyre failures, indicating that components were ignored until they reached critical or legal failure points. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and tyre condition. The record consistently flags thin brake pads and tyres worn to the legal limit or unevenly worn across 2022, 2024, and 2025. The uneven edge wear noted in 2022 and 2024 suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that have not yet been rectified. Given the recurring MIL failures, a professional diagnostic scan is essential to ensure there are no hidden fault codes in the engine management system that were simply cleared to pass the latest test.

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YA18 YKC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
60,508 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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YA18 YKC Mileage History

09/02/202445,946 mi
28/02/202552,712 mi+6,766 mi
28/02/202552,712 mi
19/02/202660,508 mi+7,796 mi
19/02/202660,508 mi

Average of roughly 7,177 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YA18 YKC MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 BMW 1 Series (YA18 YKC) between February 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 19 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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