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BMW 116

Blue · Petrol · 2014 · 1,598 cc

K18 VAFMOT history

K18 VAF is a blue petrol BMW 116 first used on 22 May 2014. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 90,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
90,389 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 VAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
22 May 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 VAF was last recorded at 90,389 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 9,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
80,472 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,917 miles
Average per year
7,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,389 miles
  • 2025 – 80,472 miles
  • 2024 – 72,068 miles
  • 2023 – 66,305 miles
  • 2022 – 63,970 miles
  • 2021 – 54,178 miles
  • 2020 – 48,130 miles
  • 2019 – 39,046 miles
  • 2018 – 26,930 miles
  • 2017 – 15,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,389 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,389 miles (+9,917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    90,389 miles
    Test number
    726030363239
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass80,472 miles (+8,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    80,472 miles
    Test number
    191924003241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,068 miles (+5,763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,068 miles
    Test number
    548075473900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Soon (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass66,305 miles (+2,335)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    66,305 miles
    Test number
    416027660855
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass63,970 miles (+9,792)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    63,970 miles
    Test number
    753734235386
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass54,178 miles (+6,048)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    54,178 miles
    Test number
    282514273279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,130 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,130 miles
    Test number
    168891917059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wheels appear to be different width, observed through tyre fitment
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

  8. Fail48,130 miles (+9,084)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,130 miles
    Test number
    259900409549
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wheels appear to be different width, observed through tyre fitment
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

  9. Pass39,046 miles (+12,116)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,046 miles
    Test number
    730927543396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,930 miles (+1,974)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    26,930 miles
    Test number
    164742084994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,956 miles (+9,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    24,956 miles
    Test number
    346446039094
    • AdvisorySlight play at o/s/f inner track rod, not excessive.

  12. Pass15,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    15,928 miles
    Test number
    744232473718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 VAF

Does K18 VAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 VAF is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 VAF?
The MOT on K18 VAF is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 VAF done?
K18 VAF was recorded at 90,389 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 7,831 miles a year.
Has K18 VAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 VAF has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on K18 VAF 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 VAF find?
K18 VAF passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side marked yellow; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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