BMW 118 (2023)
2023 BMW 118
CarHunch analysed 1,021 real MOT records for the 2023 BMW 118. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2023 BMW 118 is reliably passing its MOTs at 95.9%, well above the UK average of 80%, with only 1.1% of vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects—a reassuringly low figure. This petrol-powered hatchback demonstrates genuinely robust build quality in its first few years on the road.
With a median mileage of 18,828 miles for vehicles tested, these examples are still very lightly used, which explains the minimal failure rate of just 0.06 failures per vehicle on average. The 0.3 advisories per vehicle suggest minor wear items are appearing, but nothing systematic—if you're buying one used, a full pre-purchase inspection will likely reveal only cosmetic or consumable issues rather than structural problems.
What to check before buying a 2023 BMW 118
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (96%) | 981 | 95.9% | 0.06 |
| Diesel (4%) | 40 | 97.5% | 0.05 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2023 BMW 118 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2023 BMW 118 vehicles fall between 13,319 and 26,843 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2023 BMW 118
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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15%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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14.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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8.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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8.1%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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6.8%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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5.9%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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4.6%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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4.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2023. Counts include advisories and failures.
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