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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

K55 SWNMOT history

K55 SWN is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 30 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 78,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,644 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 SWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 SWN was last recorded at 78,644 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 2,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
75,717 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,927 miles
Average per year
7,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,644 miles
  • 2025 – 75,717 miles
  • 2024 – 71,807 miles
  • 2023 – 64,835 miles
  • 2022 – 61,180 miles
  • 2021 – 57,421 miles
  • 2020 – 51,736 miles
  • 2019 – 28,816 miles
  • 2018 – 17,888 miles
  • 2017 – 14,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,644 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction Arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction Arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low. 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicles need to be presented in a clean and accessible condition . Failure to comply may result in a refusel to test.

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,644 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,644 miles
    Test number
    822309819695
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction Arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction Arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low. 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles need to be presented in a clean and accessible condition . Failure to comply may result in a refusel to test.

  2. Fail78,644 miles (+2,927)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,644 miles
    Test number
    298156903379
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction Arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction Arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low. 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles need to be presented in a clean and accessible condition . Failure to comply may result in a refusel to test.

  3. Pass75,717 miles (+3,910)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    75,717 miles
    Test number
    486140630109
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass71,807 miles (+6,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    71,807 miles
    Test number
    300454209380
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass64,835 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    64,835 miles
    Test number
    812913917573
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryItem removed from rear seats to access testable items rear seat belts

  6. Fail64,835 miles (+3,655)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,835 miles
    Test number
    812854914327
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryItem removed from rear seats to access testable items rear seat belts

  7. Pass61,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,180 miles
    Test number
    213152174343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,179 miles (+3,758)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,179 miles
    Test number
    583165112370
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

  9. Pass57,421 miles (+5,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,421 miles
    Test number
    695032225473
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass51,736 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    51,736 miles
    Test number
    390937549670
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & edge wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail51,736 miles (+22,920)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,736 miles
    Test number
    460482490944
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & edge wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass28,816 miles (+10,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    28,816 miles
    Test number
    870543048302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass17,888 miles (+3,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    17,888 miles
    Test number
    449013306006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass14,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    14,836 miles
    Test number
    592964549151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail14,836 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,836 miles
    Test number
    259106165186
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Questions about K55 SWN

Does K55 SWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 SWN is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 SWN?
The MOT on K55 SWN is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 SWN done?
K55 SWN was recorded at 78,644 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 7,641 miles a year.
Has K55 SWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 SWN has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K55 SWN 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 K55 SWN find?
K55 SWN passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm bush, and 4 more.

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