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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

V14 OLVMOT history

V14 OLV is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 28 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 156,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

V14 OLV blue BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
156,706 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V14 OLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V14 OLV was last recorded at 156,706 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 10,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,521 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
10,185 miles
Average per year
11,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,706 miles
  • 2025 – 146,521 miles
  • 2024 – 139,001 miles
  • 2023 – 134,198 miles
  • 2022 – 131,791 miles
  • 2021 – 131,254 miles
  • 2019 – 120,359 miles
  • 2018 – 113,833 miles
  • 2017 – 101,179 miles
  • 2016 – 78,118 miles
  • 2015 – 54,661 miles
  • 2014 – 22,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,706 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight play steering rack o/s
  • AdvisoryUnable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to plastic covers

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.

  • General suspension/chassis corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has condensation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,706 miles (+10,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    156,706 miles
    Test number
    543955823248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play steering rack o/s
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to plastic covers

  2. Pass146,521 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    146,521 miles
    Test number
    277435959759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail146,502 miles (+7,501)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,502 miles
    Test number
    818835683576
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,001 miles (+4,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    139,001 miles
    Test number
    480641737268
    • AdvisoryRear underbody covered with black sealant
    • AdvisoryUnderbody trays fitted

  5. Pass134,198 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    134,198 miles
    Test number
    932917894079
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension/chassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has condensation

  6. Fail134,198 miles (+2,407)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,198 miles
    Test number
    735408113640
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working Side repeater in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Blocked (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension/chassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has condensation

  7. Pass131,791 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,791 miles
    Test number
    810918350692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,786 miles (+532)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,786 miles
    Test number
    839664166951
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass131,254 miles (+10,895)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    131,254 miles
    Test number
    942196142633
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass120,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,359 miles
    Test number
    914981012696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,359 miles (+6,526)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,359 miles
    Test number
    619752723468
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass113,833 miles (+12,654)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    113,833 miles
    Test number
    764602741373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,179 miles
    Test number
    842926294266
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail101,179 miles (+23,061)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,179 miles
    Test number
    735462121481
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass78,118 miles (+23,457)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    78,118 miles
    Test number
    419085285585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,661 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,661 miles
    Test number
    593422886399
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail54,661 miles (+32,326)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,661 miles
    Test number
    815095418892
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has nail in tread plus slightly out of shape on inner part of tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass22,335 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,335 miles
    Test number
    317413594496
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about V14 OLV

Does V14 OLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V14 OLV is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V14 OLV?
The MOT on V14 OLV is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V14 OLV done?
V14 OLV was recorded at 156,706 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 11,475 miles a year.
Has V14 OLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V14 OLV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V14 OLV 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 V14 OLV find?
V14 OLV passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 2 more.

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