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BMW 220

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

S81 HEJMOT history

S81 HEJ is a blue diesel BMW 220 first used on 27 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 89,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

S81 HEJ blue BMW 2 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,477 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,416 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S81 HEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
220
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S81 HEJ was last recorded at 89,477 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 12,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jun 2024: 63 miles, lower than 63,713 miles on 27 Jun 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
76,735 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
12,742 miles
Average per year
9,416 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,477 miles
  • 2025 – 76,735 miles
  • 2024 – 63 miles
  • 2023 – 52,752 miles
  • 2022 – 45,305 miles
  • 2021 – 36,668 miles
  • 2020 – 32,637 miles
  • 2019 – 22,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,477 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low. going bald on edges with multiple cuts in tread. Recommend renewal (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn very low on edges with multiple small cuts in tread. Recommend renewal (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Engine mounting rubber split. Recommend renewal (6.1.8 (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.

  • Offside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Engine mounting rubber splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 17 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,477 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    845987338407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low. going bald on edges with multiple cuts in tread. Recommend renewal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn very low on edges with multiple small cuts in tread. Recommend renewal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Engine mounting rubber split. Recommend renewal (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  2. Fail89,476 miles (+12,741)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,476 miles
    Test number
    693546343681
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low. going bald on edges with multiple cuts in tread. Recommend renewal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn very low on edges with multiple small cuts in tread. Recommend renewal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Engine mounting rubber split. Recommend renewal (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  3. Pass76,735 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    76,735 miles
    Test number
    653367785794
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Engine mounting rubber splitting (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail76,735 miles (+76,672)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,735 miles
    Test number
    824235413840
    • 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 Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Engine mounting rubber splitting (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass63 miles (-63,650)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    63 miles
    Test number
    805439159206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail63,713 miles (+10,961)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,713 miles
    Test number
    359385107456
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass52,752 miles (+7,447)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    52,752 miles
    Test number
    477411857385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,305 miles (+8,637)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    45,305 miles
    Test number
    334312637840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    36,668 miles
    Test number
    100246284681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail36,668 miles (+4,031)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,668 miles
    Test number
    874993576932
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  11. Pass32,637 miles (+9,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    32,637 miles
    Test number
    406530324757
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing low on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  12. Pass22,732 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    22,732 miles
    Test number
    251302572791
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S81 HEJ

Does S81 HEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S81 HEJ is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S81 HEJ?
The MOT on S81 HEJ is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S81 HEJ done?
S81 HEJ was recorded at 89,477 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 9,416 miles a year.
Has S81 HEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S81 HEJ has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S81 HEJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jun 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S81 HEJ find?
S81 HEJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low. going bald on edges with multiple cuts in tread. recommend renewal; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very low on edges with multiple small cuts in tread. recommend renewal; offside upper engine mounting damaged but not to excess engine mounting rubber split. recommend renewal.

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