BMW 1 SERIES (2018)
MOT & Tax Status for YA18WLB
Outstanding Safety Recall
The DVSA reports that this vehicle has an active manufacturer recall which has not yet been completed. Recalls are issued for safety-critical defects and repairs are carried out free of charge by any main dealer. Contact the manufacturer with the VIN to arrange the work before driving or purchasing this vehicle.
Check recall details on GOV.UKUntaxed
Due 23 Jul 2025
Valid
Expires 30 Jun 2026
Colour
BLACK
What this BMW costs to run
Based on live UK average diesel (b7) prices and the official CO2 figure for this vehicle.
Fuel economy
67.5 mpg
Estimated from 111 g/km CO2
Cost per mile
12.7p
At 187.7p/litre UK avg
Fill-up cost
£93.86
Approx. 50L tank
Yearly fuel
£936
At UK avg 7,400 mi/year
Estimates use the official manufacturer CO2 figure and a real-world correction. Live fuel price is the UK average from 7721 forecourts via the GOV.UK Fuel Finder scheme. Real-world MPG can vary by 10-15%.
Vehicle Specifications
Model
1 SERIES
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Engine Size
1,496 cc
First Registered
Jun 2018
First Used on Road
28 Jun 2018
CO2 Emissions
111 g/km
Wheelplan
2 AXLE RIGID BODY
Type Approval
M1
Last V5C Issued
10 Apr 2026
Safety Recall
Yes (action required)
Export Marker
No
About YA18WLB
Registration YA18WLB is a 2018 black BMW 1 SERIES with a 1,496cc diesel engine. The vehicle is approximately 8 years old and therefore requires an annual MOT test.
The current MOT certificate is valid until 30 June 2026, which is 50 days away. Booking the next test early is recommended, as slots fill up quickly near expiry.
The DVLA shows this vehicle as Untaxed. Driving an untaxed vehicle on a public road can result in a fine of up to £1,000 and possible clamping.
The vehicle has 6 MOT tests on record, including 5 passes and 1 fail, with 10 defects or advisories noted across the history.
Latest recorded mileage was 227,645 miles on 18 June 2025. The vehicle has covered an average of 37,540 miles per year across its MOT history, well above average, indicating heavy use.
CO₂ emissions are rated at 111 g/km.
This summary is generated from live DVLA and DVSA records for YA18WLB. It is intended as guidance only. Always verify independently before any purchase.
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MOT History 6 tests
Data last updated: 10 May 2026 at 18:20. Run a fresh check for the latest data.