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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S40 PFEMOT history

S40 PFE is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 20 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 86,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

S40 PFE black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
86,030 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 PFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 PFE was last recorded at 86,030 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,007 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
5,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,030 miles
  • 2025 – 79,299 miles
  • 2024 – 69,660 miles
  • 2023 – 66,005 miles
  • 2022 – 61,045 miles
  • 2021 – 56,244 miles
  • 2020 – 51,571 miles
  • 2019 – 47,723 miles
  • 2018 – 44,608 miles
  • 2017 – 42,424 miles
  • 2016 – 39,461 miles
  • 2015 – 31,014 miles
  • 2014 – 25,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,030 miles
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,030 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    86,030 miles
    Test number
    609580019941
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,007 miles (+6,708)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,007 miles
    Test number
    893655556561
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Seized (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,299 miles (+9,639)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    79,299 miles
    Test number
    871698399828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,660 miles (+3,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    69,660 miles
    Test number
    232748232210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass66,005 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,005 miles
    Test number
    413131853643
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail66,005 miles (+4,960)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,005 miles
    Test number
    953446532382
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass61,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,045 miles
    Test number
    518787236041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail61,045 miles (+4,801)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,045 miles
    Test number
    734309171636
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass56,244 miles (+4,673)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    56,244 miles
    Test number
    988366357269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,571 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    51,571 miles
    Test number
    617698500037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,560 miles (+3,837)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,560 miles
    Test number
    965004443447
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass47,723 miles (+3,115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    47,723 miles
    Test number
    741898767085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass44,608 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,608 miles
    Test number
    275670349795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,424 miles (+2,963)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,424 miles
    Test number
    704445799502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,461 miles (+8,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,461 miles
    Test number
    268049964275
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some components to the underside.

  16. Pass31,014 miles (+5,193)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,014 miles
    Test number
    459845395192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    25,821 miles
    Test number
    338838614220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 PFE

Does S40 PFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 PFE is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 PFE?
The MOT on S40 PFE is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 PFE done?
S40 PFE was recorded at 86,030 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 5,234 miles a year.
Has S40 PFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 PFE has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 PFE 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 PFE find?
S40 PFE passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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