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BMW 540

Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 4,398 cc

K18 MWMMOT history

K18 MWM is a grey petrol BMW 540 first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 69,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
69,308 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 MWM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 MWM was last recorded at 69,308 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 6,382 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,926 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,382 miles
Average per year
2,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,308 miles
  • 2025 – 62,926 miles
  • 2024 – 55,003 miles
  • 2023 – 51,613 miles
  • 2021 – 42,017 miles
  • 2019 – 35,010 miles
  • 2018 – 33,140 miles
  • 2017 – 31,408 miles
  • 2016 – 29,382 miles
  • 2015 – 27,969 miles
  • 2014 – 26,827 miles
  • 2013 – 24,947 miles
  • 2012 – 23,669 miles
  • 2011 – 20,617 miles
  • 2010 – 16,209 miles
  • 2009 – 13,346 miles
  • 2008 – 12,052 miles
  • 2006 – 9,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,308 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,308 miles (+6,382)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    69,308 miles
    Test number
    965742272136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass62,926 miles (+7,923)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    62,926 miles
    Test number
    354148327746
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass55,003 miles (+3,390)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    55,003 miles
    Test number
    456104198747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,613 miles (+9,596)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    51,613 miles
    Test number
    406507762180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass42,017 miles (+6,852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    42,017 miles
    Test number
    878393532734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass35,165 miles (+2)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    35,165 miles
    Test number
    816184414575
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail35,163 miles (+153)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,163 miles
    Test number
    282627165465
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass35,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    35,010 miles
    Test number
    249583609206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail35,010 miles (+1,870)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,010 miles
    Test number
    652877530027
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass33,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    33,140 miles
    Test number
    100530922433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail33,140 miles (+1,732)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,140 miles
    Test number
    288784446647
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  12. Pass31,408 miles (+2,026)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,408 miles
    Test number
    945998753452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,382 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    29,382 miles
    Test number
    159206797464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,969 miles (+1,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,969 miles
    Test number
    338408665038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass26,827 miles (+1,880)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,827 miles
    Test number
    576540194078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,947 miles (+1,278)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    24,947 miles
    Test number
    478579343011
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass deteriorated

  17. Pass23,669 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,669 miles
    Test number
    368251182068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,617 miles (+4,408)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,617 miles
    Test number
    657147661056
    • NoteOil leak (rear diff)

  19. Pass16,209 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,209 miles
    Test number
    473301670065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail16,209 miles (+2,863)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,209 miles
    Test number
    130861970047
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass13,346 miles (+1,294)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    13,346 miles
    Test number
    641608859089
    • NoteUndersheilds and coversills fitted

  22. Pass12,052 miles (+2,304)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    12,052 miles
    Test number
    920166358033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    9,748 miles
    Test number
    144153136291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 MWM

Does K18 MWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 MWM is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 MWM?
The MOT on K18 MWM is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 MWM done?
K18 MWM was recorded at 69,308 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 2,996 miles a year.
Has K18 MWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 MWM has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on K18 MWM 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 K18 MWM find?
K18 MWM passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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