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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S19 VJAMOT history

S19 VJA is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 147,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

S19 VJA black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,178 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S19 VJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S19 VJA was last recorded at 147,178 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 5,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,531 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,647 miles
Average per year
8,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,178 miles
  • 2025 – 141,531 miles
  • 2024 – 136,819 miles
  • 2023 – 132,434 miles
  • 2022 – 127,635 miles
  • 2021 – 121,016 miles
  • 2020 – 112,254 miles
  • 2019 – 102,272 miles
  • 2018 – 94,937 miles
  • 2017 – 88,464 miles
  • 2016 – 82,601 miles
  • 2015 – 55,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,178 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm (5.3.4 (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,178 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,178 miles
    Test number
    898304139364
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail147,178 miles (+5,647)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,178 miles
    Test number
    839265002036
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass141,531 miles (+4,712)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    141,531 miles
    Test number
    972362197769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass136,819 miles (+4,385)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,819 miles
    Test number
    943713530849
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass132,434 miles (+4,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    132,434 miles
    Test number
    357661479006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass127,635 miles (+6,619)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    127,635 miles
    Test number
    222064721350
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass121,016 miles (+8,762)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    121,016 miles
    Test number
    319446163292
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass112,254 miles (+2,382)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,254 miles
    Test number
    247761816233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    109,872 miles
    Test number
    397799506571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,872 miles (+7,600)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,872 miles
    Test number
    605255747838
    • DangerousCentral Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  11. Pass102,272 miles (+7,335)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    102,272 miles
    Test number
    921931375583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,937 miles (+6,473)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,937 miles
    Test number
    372602155698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,464 miles (+5,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,464 miles
    Test number
    124798441404
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads and discs worn
  14. Pass82,601 miles (+27,032)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,601 miles
    Test number
    345734194316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,569 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    909052515057
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteStone chip in front screen
  16. Fail55,569 miles4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    317048905041
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteStone chip in front screen

Questions about S19 VJA

Does S19 VJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S19 VJA is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S19 VJA?
The MOT on S19 VJA is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S19 VJA done?
S19 VJA was recorded at 147,178 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 8,169 miles a year.
Has S19 VJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S19 VJA has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S19 VJA 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 S19 VJA find?
S19 VJA passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm.

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