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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

K21 NLBMOT history

K21 NLB is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 11 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 103,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
103,007 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 NLB was last recorded at 103,007 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 8,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,305 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,702 miles
Average per year
6,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,007 miles
  • 2024 – 94,305 miles
  • 2023 – 85,837 miles
  • 2022 – 75,724 miles
  • 2021 – 70,102 miles
  • 2020 – 63,578 miles
  • 2019 – 59,051 miles
  • 2018 – 52,066 miles
  • 2017 – 44,895 miles
  • 2016 – 38,073 miles
  • 2015 – 31,714 miles
  • 2014 – 25,199 miles
  • 2013 – 19,212 miles
  • 2012 – 14,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,007 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • 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 Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,007 miles (+8,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    103,007 miles
    Test number
    568206400472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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. Pass94,305 miles (+8,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    94,305 miles
    Test number
    965306098756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass85,837 miles (+10,113)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,837 miles
    Test number
    168065404138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,724 miles (+5,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,724 miles
    Test number
    521224473374
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play dog bone arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,102 miles (+6,524)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    70,102 miles
    Test number
    323518247061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,578 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,578 miles
    Test number
    912673865599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,051 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,051 miles
    Test number
    423222294749
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail59,051 miles (+6,985)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,051 miles
    Test number
    891038307595
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass52,066 miles (+7,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    52,066 miles
    Test number
    390987305879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass44,895 miles (+6,822)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    44,895 miles
    Test number
    264730801979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,073 miles (+6,359)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    38,073 miles
    Test number
    855690798812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,714 miles
    Test number
    499494908846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail31,714 miles (+6,515)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,714 miles
    Test number
    548729532779
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass25,199 miles (+5,987)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    25,199 miles
    Test number
    789924624308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,212 miles (+4,706)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    19,212 miles
    Test number
    288486933342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    14,506 miles
    Test number
    479231732455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K21 NLB

Does K21 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 NLB is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K21 NLB?
The MOT on K21 NLB is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 NLB done?
K21 NLB was recorded at 103,007 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 6,732 miles a year.
Has K21 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 NLB has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on K21 NLB 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 K21 NLB find?
K21 NLB passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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