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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

T29 MDLMOT history

T29 MDL is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 21 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
72,321 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 MDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
21 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 MDL was last recorded at 72,321 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 4,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,782 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,539 miles
Average per year
4,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,321 miles
  • 2025 – 67,782 miles
  • 2024 – 61,950 miles
  • 2023 – 59,927 miles
  • 2022 – 54,904 miles
  • 2021 – 48,163 miles
  • 2020 – 42,768 miles
  • 2019 – 34,243 miles
  • 2018 – 26,686 miles
  • 2017 – 14,806 miles
  • 2016 – 13,086 miles
  • 2015 – 11,669 miles
  • 2014 – 10,050 miles
  • 2013 – 8,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,321 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle

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.

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,321 miles (+4,539)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    72,321 miles
    Test number
    567759424652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle

  2. Pass67,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    67,782 miles
    Test number
    482620825362
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

  3. Fail67,782 miles (+5,832)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,782 miles
    Test number
    106210080956
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

  4. Pass61,950 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    61,950 miles
    Test number
    282900496587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass59,927 miles (+5,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    59,927 miles
    Test number
    514908069389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass54,904 miles (+6,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    54,904 miles
    Test number
    827101862272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass48,163 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,163 miles
    Test number
    180024865499
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail48,163 miles (+5,395)2 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,163 miles
    Test number
    345111716674
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass42,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    225273450097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail42,768 miles (+8,525)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    393782923112
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass34,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,243 miles
    Test number
    323607002296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail34,243 miles (+7,557)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,243 miles
    Test number
    646487391808
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass26,686 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    26,686 miles
    Test number
    256081044479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail26,283 miles (+11,477)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,283 miles
    Test number
    512599048791
    • DangerousOffside Rear Electrical wiring for braking components extremely deteriorated brake pad wire (4.11 (b) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  15. Pass14,806 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    14,806 miles
    Test number
    194141022783
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  16. Fail14,805 miles (+1,719)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,805 miles
    Test number
    257959529939
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge *****strong advise*****
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  17. Pass13,086 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    13,086 miles
    Test number
    622726479126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,669 miles (+1,619)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    11,669 miles
    Test number
    636385015209
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass10,050 miles (+1,825)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    10,050 miles
    Test number
    737867094104
    • NoteStop/start fault showing on dash

  20. Pass8,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    8,225 miles
    Test number
    177069193193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail8,225 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,225 miles
    Test number
    708158593138
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn heavily on inner edge
    • NoteOff side rear tyre worn heavily on inner edge

Questions about T29 MDL

Does T29 MDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 MDL is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T29 MDL?
The MOT on T29 MDL is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 MDL done?
T29 MDL was recorded at 72,321 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,938 miles a year.
Has T29 MDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 MDL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T29 MDL 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 T29 MDL find?
T29 MDL passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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