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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

MSG 531MOT history

MSG 531 is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 5 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 151,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MSG 531 black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
151,357 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MSG 531
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MSG 531 was last recorded at 151,357 miles on 5 May 2026, 5,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
146,007 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,350 miles
Average per year
9,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,357 miles
  • 2025 – 146,007 miles
  • 2024 – 141,820 miles
  • 2023 – 134,702 miles
  • 2022 – 123,098 miles
  • 2021 – 114,222 miles
  • 2020 – 107,305 miles
  • 2019 – 102,100 miles
  • 2018 – 89,775 miles
  • 2017 – 74,636 miles
  • 2016 – 61,792 miles
  • 2015 – 48,164 miles
  • 2014 – 33,220 miles
  • 2013 – 24,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,357 miles
  • MinorOffside Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,357 miles (+5,350)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    151,357 miles
    Test number
    742901489390
    • MinorOffside Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass146,007 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    146,007 miles
    Test number
    139787549076
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail146,007 miles (+4,187)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,007 miles
    Test number
    989736298773
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass141,820 miles (+7,118)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    141,820 miles
    Test number
    589615303187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass134,702 miles (+11,604)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    134,702 miles
    Test number
    608072001037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,098 miles (+8,876)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    123,098 miles
    Test number
    311447709321
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass114,222 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    114,222 miles
    Test number
    297015714637
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail114,222 miles (+6,917)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,222 miles
    Test number
    574981200802
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass107,305 miles (+5,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    107,305 miles
    Test number
    753099559297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass102,100 miles (+12,325)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2020
    Odometer
    102,100 miles
    Test number
    436332523809
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has long travel
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers are weak

  11. Pass89,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,775 miles
    Test number
    175010885144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,775 miles (+15,139)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,775 miles
    Test number
    920233574973
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  13. Pass74,636 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,636 miles
    Test number
    960074734675
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail74,636 miles (+12,844)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,636 miles
    Test number
    909238168165
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass61,792 miles (+13,628)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,792 miles
    Test number
    967665104752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,164 miles (+14,944)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    48,164 miles
    Test number
    428179825145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,220 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,220 miles
    Test number
    208152114136
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail33,220 miles (+8,975)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,220 miles
    Test number
    576212614149
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass24,245 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,245 miles
    Test number
    818209323194
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning light on suspect brake pads low

Questions about MSG 531

What vehicle is registration MSG 531 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MSG 531 on a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 5 May 2010. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MSG 531 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MSG 531 is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on MSG 531?
The MOT on MSG 531 is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MSG 531 done?
MSG 531 was recorded at 151,357 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 9,787 miles a year.
Has MSG 531 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MSG 531 has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on MSG 531 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 MSG 531 find?
MSG 531 passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction.

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