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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

K20 SFWMOT history

K20 SFW is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 31 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 61,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
61,034 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K20 SFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K20 SFW was last recorded at 61,034 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,464 miles · 11 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,570 miles
Average per year
4,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,034 miles
  • 2024 – 57,464 miles
  • 2023 – 54,020 miles
  • 2022 – 50,281 miles
  • 2021 – 47,688 miles
  • 2020 – 45,304 miles
  • 2019 – 41,206 miles
  • 2018 – 32,947 miles
  • 2017 – 26,222 miles
  • 2016 – 18,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,034 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Emission to low to read

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,034 miles (+3,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    61,034 miles
    Test number
    412002547744
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass57,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    57,464 miles
    Test number
    301876817267
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Fail57,461 miles (+3,441)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,461 miles
    Test number
    567409889343
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass54,020 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    54,020 miles
    Test number
    762106237608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail53,996 miles (+3,715)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,996 miles
    Test number
    757822161319
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass50,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,281 miles
    Test number
    127558255433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail50,281 miles (+2,593)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,281 miles
    Test number
    526605616698
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass47,688 miles (+436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    47,688 miles
    Test number
    310751383658
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmission to low to read
  9. Fail47,252 miles (+1,948)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,252 miles
    Test number
    756498269396
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmission to low to read
  10. Pass45,304 miles (+4,098)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    45,304 miles
    Test number
    505093155506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    41,206 miles
    Test number
    694104195243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail41,205 miles (+8,258)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,205 miles
    Test number
    346347692305
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass32,947 miles (+6,725)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    32,947 miles
    Test number
    568775440893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,222 miles (+8,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    26,222 miles
    Test number
    132955056242
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake discs
  15. Pass18,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    18,130 miles
    Test number
    677023265505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K20 SFW

Does K20 SFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K20 SFW is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K20 SFW?
The MOT on K20 SFW is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K20 SFW done?
K20 SFW was recorded at 61,034 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 4,654 miles a year.
Has K20 SFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K20 SFW has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on K20 SFW 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 K20 SFW find?
K20 SFW passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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