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2018 BMW 5 Series 2.0L Diesel · YL18 GWF

YL18 GWF

2018 BMW 5 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 101,936 miles. MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 5 SERIES
Year / Origin
2018 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 21 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
101,936 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This BMW 5 Series presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 9 April 2026 at 101,936 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent trend of clean passes dating back to May 2023, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard despite its usage. The vehicle has covered 101,936 miles over eight years, averaging roughly 12,742 miles per year. This is high for this model, but the mileage accumulation is steady. Between May 2024 and April 2026, the odometer rose from 88,489 to 101,936 miles, showing a consistent pattern of long-distance use. The only anomaly in the record is a failure and immediate pass on 19 May 2023 at 84,381 miles, though the lack of recorded defects suggests a minor administrative or trivial technicality rather than a mechanical failure. Given the high mileage and the absence of MOT advisories, a buyer should focus on wear-and-tear items that do not always trigger an MOT failure. The suspension bushes and coil springs often degrade under this level of mileage, so a physical check for knocks or leaks is advisable. While the MOT record is clean, the drivetrain and braking system components, such as brake discs and pads, will have seen significant use. The lack of recorded corrosion or structural issues across several years of testing is a positive indicator of the car's overall integrity. A prospective buyer should verify the service history to ensure oil changes and transmission fluid flushes align with the high mileage, as the MOT only confirms basic roadworthiness rather than comprehensive mechanical health.

YL18 GWF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
  • 101,936 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✓ No outstanding recalls
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YL18 GWF Mileage History

  1. 19/05/202384,381 mi
  2. 19/05/202384,390 mi+9 mi
  3. 03/05/202488,489 mi+4,099 mi
  4. 23/04/202595,987 mi+7,498 mi
  5. 09/04/2026101,936 mi+5,949 mi

Average of roughly 6,072 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YL18 GWF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 15:57
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 (YL18 GWF) between May 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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