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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,499 cc

V18 JKFMOT history

V18 JKF is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 29 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 61,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
61,257 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 JKF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 JKF was last recorded at 61,257 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 3,016 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,241 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,016 miles
Average per year
5,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,257 miles
  • 2025 – 58,241 miles
  • 2024 – 52,688 miles
  • 2023 – 50,254 miles
  • 2021 – 48,230 miles
  • 2020 – 35,817 miles
  • 2019 – 22,908 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,257 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake lamp illuminated fluid level ok

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 18 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    61,257 miles
    Test number
    497813498412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,257 miles (+3,016)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,257 miles
    Test number
    319941782998
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass58,241 miles (+38)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    58,241 miles
    Test number
    618047207159
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lamp illuminated fluid level ok

  4. Fail58,203 miles (+5,515)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,203 miles
    Test number
    393602484429
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lamp illuminated fluid level ok

  5. Pass52,688 miles (+2,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    52,688 miles
    Test number
    480613554765
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass50,254 miles (+2,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    50,254 miles
    Test number
    451112451596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass48,230 miles (+12,413)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,230 miles
    Test number
    893409969227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,817 miles (+12,909)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    35,817 miles
    Test number
    447886991765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass22,908 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    22,908 miles
    Test number
    952447486261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,348 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    21,348 miles
    Test number
    738706918575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about V18 JKF

Does V18 JKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 JKF is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 JKF?
The MOT on V18 JKF is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 JKF done?
V18 JKF was recorded at 61,257 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 5,547 miles a year.
Has V18 JKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 JKF has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 JKF 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 V18 JKF find?
V18 JKF passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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