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BMW 218

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

S17 BYMMOT history

S17 BYM is a black diesel BMW 218 first used on 31 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 236,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
236,656 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
30,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 BYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
218
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 BYM was last recorded at 236,656 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 19,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,148 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
19,508 miles
Average per year
30,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 236,656 miles
  • 2025 – 217,148 miles
  • 2024 – 187,792 miles
  • 2023 – 143,585 miles
  • 2022 – 90,281 miles
  • 2021 – 42,732 miles
  • 2020 – 41,300 miles
  • 2019 – 37,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,656 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2022–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 23 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass236,656 miles (+19,508)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    236,656 miles
    Test number
    229233789441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass217,148 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    217,148 miles
    Test number
    432907230310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Fail217,135 miles (+29,343)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,135 miles
    Test number
    433360285378
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass187,792 miles (+44,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    187,792 miles
    Test number
    811302142749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass143,585 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    143,585 miles
    Test number
    650203336046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tail light s/ damaged
  6. Fail143,580 miles (+53,299)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,580 miles
    Test number
    229044709201
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tail light s/ damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass90,281 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,281 miles
    Test number
    625249781064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,116 miles (+46,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    392340187144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass42,732 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    42,732 miles
    Test number
    105749590749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,300 miles (+3,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    41,300 miles
    Test number
    101909867128
    • AdvisoryEngine trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  11. Pass37,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    37,398 miles
    Test number
    553108869649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 BYM

Does S17 BYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 BYM is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 BYM?
The MOT on S17 BYM is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 BYM done?
S17 BYM was recorded at 236,656 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 30,592 miles a year.
Has S17 BYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 BYM has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S17 BYM 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 S17 BYM find?
S17 BYM passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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