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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S40 DBWMOT history

S40 DBW is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 17 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 106,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
106,253 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 DBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
17 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 DBW was last recorded at 106,253 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 9,280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,973 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,280 miles
Average per year
7,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,253 miles
  • 2025 – 96,973 miles
  • 2024 – 88,059 miles
  • 2023 – 80,695 miles
  • 2022 – 73,778 miles
  • 2021 – 66,558 miles
  • 2020 – 61,984 miles
  • 2019 – 59,110 miles
  • 2018 – 53,383 miles
  • 2017 – 41,630 miles
  • 2016 – 34,252 miles
  • 2015 – 24,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,253 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Front tyres wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,253 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    106,253 miles
    Test number
    275423158991
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail106,253 miles (+9,280)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,253 miles
    Test number
    797577033002
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass96,973 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,973 miles
    Test number
    243581210602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail96,973 miles (+8,914)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,973 miles
    Test number
    188137676445
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass88,059 miles (+7,364)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,059 miles
    Test number
    765024035440
    • MinorOffside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,695 miles (+6,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,695 miles
    Test number
    812872488143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass73,778 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,778 miles
    Test number
    518863674761
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  8. Fail73,774 miles (+7,216)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,774 miles
    Test number
    365043873155
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  9. Pass66,558 miles (+4,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    66,558 miles
    Test number
    410928797759
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low
    • AdvisorySlight fluctuation to front brakes

  10. Pass61,984 miles (+2,874)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,984 miles
    Test number
    761543310284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,110 miles (+5,727)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,110 miles
    Test number
    864476679643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,383 miles (+11,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,383 miles
    Test number
    672578767023
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass41,630 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    41,630 miles
    Test number
    764882747050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,252 miles (+10,128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    485326384553
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail24,124 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,124 miles
    Test number
    127854485196
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about S40 DBW

Does S40 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 DBW is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 DBW?
The MOT on S40 DBW is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 DBW done?
S40 DBW was recorded at 106,253 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 7,401 miles a year.
Has S40 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 DBW has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 DBW 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 S40 DBW find?
S40 DBW passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing.

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