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BMW 118

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

V23 AEVMOT history

V23 AEV is a silver petrol BMW 118 first used on 22 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
99,284 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 AEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 AEV was last recorded at 99,284 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 14,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2016: 38,707 miles, lower than 81,845 miles on 8 May 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
84,600 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
14,684 miles
Average per year
4,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,284 miles
  • 2024 – 84,600 miles
  • 2023 – 77,559 miles
  • 2022 – 73,204 miles
  • 2021 – 68,484 miles
  • 2020 – 66,462 miles
  • 2019 – 62,628 miles
  • 2018 – 55,748 miles
  • 2017 – 49,665 miles
  • 2016 – 40,012 miles
  • 2015 – 81,845 miles
  • 2014 – 32,931 miles
  • 2013 – 29,574 miles
  • 2012 – 25,930 miles
  • 2011 – 22,569 miles
  • 2010 – 19,372 miles
  • 2009 – 16,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,284 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    99,284 miles
    Test number
    818475703230
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail99,284 miles (+14,684)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,284 miles
    Test number
    610810433752
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass84,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    84,600 miles
    Test number
    647759017299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail84,600 miles (+7,041)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,600 miles
    Test number
    859213092922
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,559 miles (+4,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    77,559 miles
    Test number
    539177509585
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass73,204 miles (+4,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,204 miles
    Test number
    621342184113
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass68,484 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,484 miles
    Test number
    946326181961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,462 miles (+3,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,462 miles
    Test number
    301540880906
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass62,628 miles (+6,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,628 miles
    Test number
    831156983215
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass55,748 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,748 miles
    Test number
    566982726126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail55,748 miles (+6,083)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,748 miles
    Test number
    726085756240
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass49,665 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    49,665 miles
    Test number
    156237899965
    • 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)

  13. Fail49,665 miles (+9,653)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,665 miles
    Test number
    531785248904
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)

  14. Pass40,012 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    40,012 miles
    Test number
    592821311695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,707 miles (-43,138)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    38,707 miles
    Test number
    413671527518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,845 miles (+48,914)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,845 miles
    Test number
    518458925195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,931 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    32,931 miles
    Test number
    256166534143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,574 miles
    Test number
    858261943123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,574 miles (+3,644)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,574 miles
    Test number
    295157733145
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass25,930 miles (+3,361)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,930 miles
    Test number
    788219032176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,569 miles (+3,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,569 miles
    Test number
    315438431138
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail19,372 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,372 miles
    Test number
    113019330160
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  23. Pass19,372 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    19,372 miles
    Test number
    281609330136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    16,389 miles
    Test number
    410091049152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V23 AEV

Does V23 AEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 AEV is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V23 AEV?
The MOT on V23 AEV is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 AEV done?
V23 AEV was recorded at 99,284 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 4,996 miles a year.
Has V23 AEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 AEV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V23 AEV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V23 AEV find?
V23 AEV passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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