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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

K21 SMYMOT history

K21 SMY is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 20 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 72,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
72,412 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 SMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 SMY was last recorded at 72,412 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 7,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,694 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,718 miles
Average per year
6,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,412 miles
  • 2025 – 64,694 miles
  • 2024 – 50,304 miles
  • 2023 – 42,095 miles
  • 2022 – 32,791 miles
  • 2021 – 30,902 miles
  • 2019 – 26,349 miles
  • 2018 – 19,507 miles
  • 2017 – 15,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,412 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise vehicle has passed emissions test, but due to very low results, unable to provide a print out

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 6 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,412 miles (+7,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    72,412 miles
    Test number
    795238029412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass64,694 miles (+14,390)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    64,694 miles
    Test number
    325256492794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass50,304 miles (+8,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    50,304 miles
    Test number
    960554564051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass42,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    42,095 miles
    Test number
    199615297979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail42,095 miles (+9,304)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,095 miles
    Test number
    233552244811
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Pass32,791 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    32,791 miles
    Test number
    277788847183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,902 miles (+46)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    30,902 miles
    Test number
    800595537435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise vehicle has passed emissions test, but due to very low results, unable to provide a print out
  8. Fail30,856 miles (+4,507)2 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,856 miles
    Test number
    671181755591
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch cannot be operated from the normal driving position (4.2.2 (b))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise vehicle has passed emissions test, but due to very low results, unable to provide a print out
  9. Pass26,349 miles (+6,842)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    26,349 miles
    Test number
    403303165834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass19,507 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    19,507 miles
    Test number
    416953024853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    15,511 miles
    Test number
    554946454161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K21 SMY

Does K21 SMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 SMY is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K21 SMY?
The MOT on K21 SMY is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 SMY done?
K21 SMY was recorded at 72,412 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 6,627 miles a year.
Has K21 SMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 SMY has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on K21 SMY 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 SMY find?
K21 SMY passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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