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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

S40 MEJMOT history

S40 MEJ is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 159,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

S40 MEJ black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
159,143 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 MEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 MEJ was last recorded at 159,143 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 2,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
156,753 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,390 miles
Average per year
5,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,143 miles
  • 2025 – 156,753 miles
  • 2024 – 154,712 miles
  • 2023 – 144,855 miles
  • 2022 – 141,868 miles
  • 2021 – 137,701 miles
  • 2020 – 133,270 miles
  • 2019 – 128,709 miles
  • 2018 – 123,396 miles
  • 2017 – 113,119 miles
  • 2016 – 107,589 miles
  • 2015 – 101,157 miles
  • 2014 – 93,772 miles
  • 2013 – 91,237 miles
  • 2012 – 86,896 miles
  • 2011 – 82,808 miles
  • 2010 – 78,986 miles
  • 2009 – 77,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,143 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,143 miles (+2,390)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    159,143 miles
    Test number
    251001906813
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,753 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    156,753 miles
    Test number
    853998307444
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  3. Fail156,753 miles (+2,041)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,753 miles
    Test number
    601604661460
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  4. Pass154,712 miles (+9,857)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    154,712 miles
    Test number
    524920322366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass144,855 miles (+2,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    144,855 miles
    Test number
    623415724055
    • 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))

  6. Pass141,868 miles (+4,167)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    141,868 miles
    Test number
    747734901040
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass137,701 miles (+4,431)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    137,701 miles
    Test number
    172123203269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass133,270 miles (+4,561)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,270 miles
    Test number
    947072137390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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. Pass128,709 miles (+5,313)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    128,709 miles
    Test number
    803301735448
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass123,396 miles (+10,277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    123,396 miles
    Test number
    739317213358
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass113,119 miles (+5,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,119 miles
    Test number
    242398339502
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass107,589 miles (+6,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    107,589 miles
    Test number
    920486882346
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass101,157 miles (+7,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    101,157 miles
    Test number
    926982355092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass93,772 miles (+2,535)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,772 miles
    Test number
    707419654094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,237 miles (+4,341)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,237 miles
    Test number
    259127153087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOs front jacking pad missing

  16. Pass86,896 miles (+4,088)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    86,896 miles
    Test number
    596755452086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass82,808 miles (+3,822)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,808 miles
    Test number
    936671061098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,986 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    78,986 miles
    Test number
    261730560020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,480 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,480 miles
    Test number
    511205659130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,267 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,267 miles
    Test number
    773858259097
    • NoteClonk in steering column

  21. Fail72,267 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,267 miles
    Test number
    793538659023
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteClonk in steering column

Questions about S40 MEJ

Does S40 MEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 MEJ is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 MEJ?
The MOT on S40 MEJ is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 MEJ done?
S40 MEJ was recorded at 159,143 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 5,148 miles a year.
Has S40 MEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 MEJ has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 MEJ 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 MEJ find?
S40 MEJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, and 3 more.

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