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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,499 cc

V21 DLWMOT history

V21 DLW is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 6 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 35,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
35,247 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 DLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
6 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 DLW was last recorded at 35,247 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 4,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
30,709 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,538 miles
Average per year
3,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 35,247 miles
  • 2024 – 27,860 miles
  • 2022 – 21,999 miles
  • 2021 – 18,782 miles
  • 2020 – 16,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,247 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

7 tests since 14 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,247 miles (+4,538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    35,247 miles
    Test number
    123457543673
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass30,709 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    30,709 miles
    Test number
    848234955893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail30,709 miles (+2,849)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,709 miles
    Test number
    971885354567
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass27,860 miles (+5,861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    27,860 miles
    Test number
    672620580938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass21,999 miles (+3,217)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    21,999 miles
    Test number
    611764594201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,782 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    18,782 miles
    Test number
    242443546862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass16,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    16,858 miles
    Test number
    121906174562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V21 DLW

Does V21 DLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 DLW is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V21 DLW?
The MOT on V21 DLW is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 DLW done?
V21 DLW was recorded at 35,247 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 3,476 miles a year.
Has V21 DLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 DLW has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V21 DLW 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 DLW find?
V21 DLW passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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