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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

T555 MGLMOT history

T555 MGL is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 165,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
165,460 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 MGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 MGL was last recorded at 165,460 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 7,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,409 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,051 miles
Average per year
9,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,460 miles
  • 2025 – 158,409 miles
  • 2024 – 150,776 miles
  • 2023 – 143,408 miles
  • 2022 – 133,685 miles
  • 2021 – 125,904 miles
  • 2020 – 119,773 miles
  • 2019 – 112,117 miles
  • 2018 – 105,995 miles
  • 2017 – 94,916 miles
  • 2016 – 83,660 miles
  • 2015 – 74,039 miles
  • 2014 – 62,660 miles
  • 2013 – 51,546 miles
  • 2012 – 37,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,460 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex pipe is deteriorated has very slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both rears corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,460 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    165,460 miles
    Test number
    687409089560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail165,460 miles (+7,051)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,460 miles
    Test number
    690755518147
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low bulb not in correctly (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass158,409 miles (+7,633)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    158,409 miles
    Test number
    448319006483
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass150,776 miles (+7,368)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,776 miles
    Test number
    949355672266
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split but still clears screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass143,408 miles (+9,723)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    143,408 miles
    Test number
    726875810705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,685 miles (+78)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    133,685 miles
    Test number
    161187068114
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex pipe is deteriorated has very slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present under vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Fail133,607 miles (+7,703)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,607 miles
    Test number
    266765252636
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex pipe is deteriorated has very slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present under vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass125,904 miles (+6,131)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    125,904 miles
    Test number
    512989398637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,773 miles (+123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,773 miles
    Test number
    943425083749
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail119,650 miles (+7,533)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,650 miles
    Test number
    958898614071
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass112,117 miles (+6,122)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,117 miles
    Test number
    830997951005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,995 miles (+11,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    105,995 miles
    Test number
    331407565325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass94,916 miles (+11,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    94,916 miles
    Test number
    243654076292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass83,660 miles (+9,621)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,660 miles
    Test number
    129201308550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,039 miles (+11,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,039 miles
    Test number
    105681278213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,660 miles (+11,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,660 miles
    Test number
    786626264203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass51,546 miles (+13,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,546 miles
    Test number
    805553063238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass37,643 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,643 miles
    Test number
    339932362279
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T555 MGL

Does T555 MGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 MGL is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 MGL?
The MOT on T555 MGL is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 MGL done?
T555 MGL was recorded at 165,460 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 9,158 miles a year.
Has T555 MGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 MGL has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T555 MGL 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 T555 MGL find?
T555 MGL passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge wearing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and cracking, and 1 more.

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