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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

V21 AJVMOT history

V21 AJV is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 28 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 140,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

V21 AJV grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,135 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 AJV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 AJV was last recorded at 140,135 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,135 miles · 6 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,135 miles
  • 2025 – 130,795 miles
  • 2024 – 125,648 miles
  • 2023 – 120,370 miles
  • 2022 – 114,115 miles
  • 2020 – 107,075 miles
  • 2019 – 95,606 miles
  • 2018 – 88,389 miles
  • 2017 – 82,222 miles
  • 2016 – 78,761 miles
  • 2015 – 73,813 miles
  • 2014 – 68,375 miles
  • 2013 – 63,638 miles
  • 2012 – 57,455 miles
  • 2011 – 49,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,135 miles

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside undertray damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,135 miles
    Test number
    395452882020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail140,135 miles (+9,340)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,135 miles
    Test number
    290658978662
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM CLOSEST FOR FRONT OF VEHICLE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,795 miles (+93)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    130,795 miles
    Test number
    909806204514
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside undertray damaged

  4. Fail130,702 miles (+5,054)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,702 miles
    Test number
    327986182347
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail front subframe bush bracket excessively corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail front subframe bush bracket excessively corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside undertray damaged

  5. Pass125,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,648 miles
    Test number
    973476334149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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. Fail125,648 miles (+5,278)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,648 miles
    Test number
    989787759087
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Pass120,370 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,370 miles
    Test number
    214039035683
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail120,370 miles (+6,255)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,370 miles
    Test number
    780090028037
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass114,115 miles (+7,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,115 miles
    Test number
    819108129960
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass107,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,075 miles
    Test number
    189290377761
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail107,075 miles (+11,469)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,075 miles
    Test number
    653707894971
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass95,606 miles (+7,217)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,606 miles
    Test number
    131972637144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,389 miles (+6,167)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,389 miles
    Test number
    269136798399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    82,222 miles
    Test number
    655796822798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,219 miles (+3,458)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    242222390028
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking pipe to hose (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass78,761 miles (+4,948)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    78,761 miles
    Test number
    141986808386
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint splitting (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Washers poor when operated.
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smearing.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass73,813 miles (+5,438)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,813 miles
    Test number
    340461495211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,375 miles (+4,737)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,375 miles
    Test number
    207553584230
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on outer edges

  19. Pass63,638 miles (+6,183)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,638 miles
    Test number
    789499883258
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn to legal limit and just passed test

  20. Pass57,455 miles (+8,397)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,455 miles
    Test number
    859659172271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,058 miles
    Test number
    577383271269
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about V21 AJV

Does V21 AJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 AJV is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V21 AJV?
The MOT on V21 AJV is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 AJV done?
V21 AJV was recorded at 140,135 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 6,336 miles a year.
Has V21 AJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 AJV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V21 AJV 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 V21 AJV find?
V21 AJV passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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