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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

J8 ETWMOT history

J8 ETW is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 20 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 98,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

J8 ETW white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
98,924 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 ETW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 ETW was last recorded at 98,924 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 1,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
97,445 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,479 miles
Average per year
6,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,924 miles
  • 2025 – 97,445 miles
  • 2024 – 95,867 miles
  • 2023 – 92,160 miles
  • 2022 – 88,106 miles
  • 2021 – 82,745 miles
  • 2020 – 77,261 miles
  • 2019 – 63,925 miles
  • 2018 – 52,524 miles
  • 2017 – 43,146 miles
  • 2016 – 34,652 miles
  • 2014 – 25,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,924 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,924 miles (+1,479)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    98,924 miles
    Test number
    899853640538
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,445 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    97,445 miles
    Test number
    511577044879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to calliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to calliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail97,441 miles (+1,574)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,441 miles
    Test number
    571628002708
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted to calliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to calliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to calliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,867 miles (+3,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,867 miles
    Test number
    842648598491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass92,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,160 miles
    Test number
    634177418346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,160 miles (+4,054)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,160 miles
    Test number
    439076209550
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass88,106 miles (+5,361)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    88,106 miles
    Test number
    587649668399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,745 miles (+5,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,745 miles
    Test number
    181865526002
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass77,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,261 miles
    Test number
    314223060841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,261 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,261 miles
    Test number
    647981612903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,434 miles (+9,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,434 miles
    Test number
    849040989795
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass63,925 miles (+11,401)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    63,925 miles
    Test number
    562622777899
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass52,524 miles (+9,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    52,524 miles
    Test number
    200664909635
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass43,146 miles (+8,494)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    43,146 miles
    Test number
    492094256890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,652 miles (+9,442)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    774853971311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    25,210 miles
    Test number
    875608984265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 ETW

Does J8 ETW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 ETW is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 ETW?
The MOT on J8 ETW is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 ETW done?
J8 ETW was recorded at 98,924 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 6,175 miles a year.
Has J8 ETW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 ETW has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on J8 ETW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J8 ETW find?
J8 ETW passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule chassis to subframe; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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