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BMW X1

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

V26 AKSMOT history

V26 AKS is a black diesel BMW X1 first used on 4 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 95,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

V26 AKS black BMW X1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X1, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,731 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V26 AKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X1
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
4 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V26 AKS was last recorded at 95,731 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 22,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,801 miles · 11 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
22,930 miles
Average per year
9,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,731 miles
  • 2024 – 72,801 miles
  • 2023 – 62,194 miles
  • 2022 – 51,850 miles
  • 2021 – 42,040 miles
  • 2020 – 39,806 miles
  • 2019 – 30,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,731 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryCoolant slightly low

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,731 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,731 miles
    Test number
    149484277042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant slightly low
  2. Fail95,731 miles (+22,930)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,731 miles
    Test number
    446417281201
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant slightly low
  3. Pass72,801 miles (+10,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    72,801 miles
    Test number
    966718663884
    • AdvisoryAll Brake Disc are Worn and Lipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass62,194 miles (+10,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,194 miles
    Test number
    798785607076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass51,850 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    51,850 miles
    Test number
    372892006782
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail51,848 miles (+9,808)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,848 miles
    Test number
    163538392965
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass42,040 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    42,040 miles
    Test number
    283087678447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,806 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    39,806 miles
    Test number
    544227291981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,648 miles (+8,884)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,648 miles
    Test number
    345190217576
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  10. Pass30,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    930962303032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V26 AKS

Does V26 AKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V26 AKS is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V26 AKS?
The MOT on V26 AKS is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V26 AKS done?
V26 AKS was recorded at 95,731 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 9,553 miles a year.
Has V26 AKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V26 AKS has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V26 AKS 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 V26 AKS find?
V26 AKS passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; coolant slightly low.

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