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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

V27 TARMOT history

V27 TAR is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 160,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

V27 TAR blue BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,167 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V27 TAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V27 TAR was last recorded at 160,167 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,167 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,167 miles
  • 2025 – 151,803 miles
  • 2024 – 142,408 miles
  • 2023 – 132,391 miles
  • 2022 – 121,089 miles
  • 2021 – 110,310 miles
  • 2020 – 101,725 miles
  • 2019 – 85,574 miles
  • 2018 – 67,644 miles
  • 2017 – 62,053 miles
  • 2016 – 53,254 miles
  • 2015 – 43,242 miles
  • 2014 – 37,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,167 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear on subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,167 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,167 miles
    Test number
    679884787217
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear on subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail160,167 miles (+8,364)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,167 miles
    Test number
    909509245409
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass151,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    151,803 miles
    Test number
    698384748478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail151,803 miles (+9,395)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,803 miles
    Test number
    762867615185
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,408 miles (+180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,408 miles
    Test number
    375775539986
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail142,228 miles (+9,837)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,228 miles
    Test number
    881709646090
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass132,391 miles (+11,302)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    132,391 miles
    Test number
    714457536628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,089 miles
    Test number
    175492717087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail121,089 miles (+10,779)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,089 miles
    Test number
    439460967758
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high offside and nearside (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass110,310 miles (+8,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,310 miles
    Test number
    182495120479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass101,725 miles (+16,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,725 miles
    Test number
    279896157860
    • AdvisoryAdvise : rear hand brake performance slightly low, may require adjustment

  12. Pass85,574 miles (+17,930)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,574 miles
    Test number
    758473902388
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi joint (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lowered.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

  13. Pass67,644 miles (+5,591)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,644 miles
    Test number
    588024883732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,053 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,053 miles
    Test number
    869303871054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail62,053 miles (+8,799)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,053 miles
    Test number
    507598723143
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,254 miles (+10,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,254 miles
    Test number
    800130924643
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some items
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some items

  17. Pass43,242 miles (+5,279)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,242 miles
    Test number
    456537325112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,963 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,963 miles
    Test number
    388125304446
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about V27 TAR

Does V27 TAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V27 TAR is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V27 TAR?
The MOT on V27 TAR is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V27 TAR done?
V27 TAR was recorded at 160,167 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 10,490 miles a year.
Has V27 TAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V27 TAR has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V27 TAR 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 V27 TAR find?
V27 TAR passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear on subframe, and 1 more.

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