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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

S16 LOBMOT history

S16 LOB is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 6 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 163,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,297 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 LOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 LOB was last recorded at 163,297 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,121 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
176 miles
Average per year
8,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,297 miles
  • 2025 – 155,855 miles
  • 2024 – 150,047 miles
  • 2023 – 145,362 miles
  • 2021 – 135,378 miles
  • 2020 – 125,703 miles
  • 2019 – 119,975 miles
  • 2018 – 113,881 miles
  • 2017 – 102,889 miles
  • 2016 – 94,257 miles
  • 2015 – 80,879 miles
  • 2014 – 69,720 miles
  • 2013 – 60,427 miles
  • 2012 – 44,390 miles
  • 2011 – 41,164 miles
  • 2010 – 23,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,297 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under covers fitted, not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,297 miles (+176)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,297 miles
    Test number
    260025113534
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail163,121 miles (+7,266)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,121 miles
    Test number
    944150543568
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass155,855 miles (+5,808)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    155,855 miles
    Test number
    372630440601
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s lengthwise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s [foremost] (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields slightly loose
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion of rear inner sills and heel panels
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  4. Pass150,047 miles (+98)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    150,047 miles
    Test number
    973678577681
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted, not allowing full inspection

  5. Fail149,949 miles (+4,587)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,949 miles
    Test number
    641976232457
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted, not allowing full inspection

  6. Pass145,362 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,362 miles
    Test number
    275731992050
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear brake ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail145,361 miles (+9,983)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,361 miles
    Test number
    949567088673
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear brake ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass135,378 miles (+9,675)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,378 miles
    Test number
    301912349844
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM OUTER BUSH AND REAR ARM OUTER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened SUB FRAME (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass125,703 miles (+5,728)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,703 miles
    Test number
    915016578639
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLow effort from o/s handbrake. imbalance at 34%
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Pass119,975 miles (+6,094)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,975 miles
    Test number
    914633819297
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside low effort from handbrake

  11. Pass113,881 miles (+193)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    113,881 miles
    Test number
    493361324744
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension frame corroded

  12. Fail113,688 miles (+10,799)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,688 miles
    Test number
    674789075216
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension frame corroded

  13. Pass102,889 miles (+8,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    102,889 miles
    Test number
    816060218196
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on outer edges of rear brake discs

  14. Pass94,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,257 miles
    Test number
    195548191731
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly worn

  15. Fail94,257 miles (+13,378)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,257 miles
    Test number
    161856427325
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly worn

  16. Pass80,879 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    80,879 miles
    Test number
    256155435684
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail80,862 miles (+11,142)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,862 miles
    Test number
    182821236779
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass69,720 miles (+9,293)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,720 miles
    Test number
    936889474233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteTyre warning light on no box to fail it

  19. Pass60,427 miles (+16,037)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,427 miles
    Test number
    226665573204
    • NoteSlight play in the nsf steering rack end

  20. Pass44,390 miles (+3,226)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    44,390 miles
    Test number
    279708792465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,164 miles (+6,179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,164 miles
    Test number
    229613211377
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass34,985 miles (+11,300)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    34,985 miles
    Test number
    538548741083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,685 miles
    Test number
    684358940012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 LOB

Does S16 LOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 LOB is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 LOB?
The MOT on S16 LOB is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 LOB done?
S16 LOB was recorded at 163,297 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 8,711 miles a year.
Has S16 LOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 LOB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 LOB 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 S16 LOB find?
S16 LOB passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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