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BMW 118

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

S18 BTYMOT history

S18 BTY is a silver diesel BMW 118 first used on 9 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 152,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
152,917 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 BTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 BTY was last recorded at 152,917 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,800 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
117 miles
Average per year
7,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,917 miles
  • 2025 – 148,393 miles
  • 2024 – 144,229 miles
  • 2023 – 137,978 miles
  • 2022 – 132,901 miles
  • 2021 – 127,049 miles
  • 2020 – 118,864 miles
  • 2019 – 110,695 miles
  • 2017 – 90,729 miles
  • 2016 – 78,080 miles
  • 2014 – 60,261 miles
  • 2013 – 53,748 miles
  • 2012 – 46,861 miles
  • 2011 – 41,731 miles
  • 2010 – 37,221 miles
  • 2009 – 32,421 miles
  • 2008 – 26,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,917 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Engine oil low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear slight play in bottom, hub suspension bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,917 miles (+117)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    152,917 miles
    Test number
    360071690046
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail152,800 miles (+4,407)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,800 miles
    Test number
    732554545741
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass148,393 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    148,393 miles
    Test number
    313314805783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail148,377 miles (+4,148)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,377 miles
    Test number
    375508884927
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass144,229 miles (+6,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    144,229 miles
    Test number
    635026634641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass137,978 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,978 miles
    Test number
    582830087218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail137,978 miles (+5,077)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,978 miles
    Test number
    961313652044
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass132,901 miles (+5,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    132,901 miles
    Test number
    959260282317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass127,049 miles (+8,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,049 miles
    Test number
    342845799955
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass118,864 miles (+8,169)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,864 miles
    Test number
    339934173220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,695 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,695 miles
    Test number
    318290117062
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  12. Fail110,682 miles (+19,953)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,682 miles
    Test number
    437466669685
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  13. Pass90,729 miles (+209)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    90,729 miles
    Test number
    632474746654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in bottom, hub suspension bush
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail90,520 miles (+4,361)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,520 miles
    Test number
    842887568976
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureTyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure n/s/f standard tyre o/s/f run flat (4.1.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in bottom, hub suspension bush
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail86,159 miles (+8,079)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,159 miles
    Test number
    393029836276
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNo emissions recorded.

  16. Pass78,080 miles (+17,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,080 miles
    Test number
    713353981022
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber damp

  17. Pass60,261 miles (+6,513)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    60,261 miles
    Test number
    728534324387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChip in windscreen

  18. Pass53,748 miles (+6,887)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,748 miles
    Test number
    396152833349
    • NoteChip in windscreen

  19. Pass46,861 miles (+5,130)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,861 miles
    Test number
    577754832341
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing outer tred

  20. Pass41,731 miles (+4,510)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,731 miles
    Test number
    108462941339
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnable to inspect rear seatbelts due to baby seats fitted

  21. Pass37,221 miles (+4,800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,221 miles
    Test number
    783430140361
    • 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)

  22. Pass32,421 miles (+6,230)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,421 miles
    Test number
    530536349310
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnable to check o/s & n/s/r seat belts due to child seats fitted.

  23. Pass26,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,191 miles
    Test number
    191334798294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 BTY

Does S18 BTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 BTY is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 BTY?
The MOT on S18 BTY is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 BTY done?
S18 BTY was recorded at 152,917 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 7,090 miles a year.
Has S18 BTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 BTY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 BTY 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 S18 BTY find?
S18 BTY passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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