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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

V29 AEBMOT history

V29 AEB is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 4 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 131,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
131,040 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 AEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
4 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 AEB was last recorded at 131,040 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 6,433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,607 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,433 miles
Average per year
6,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,040 miles
  • 2025 – 124,607 miles
  • 2024 – 123,878 miles
  • 2023 – 117,055 miles
  • 2021 – 104,581 miles
  • 2020 – 98,593 miles
  • 2019 – 91,208 miles
  • 2018 – 85,610 miles
  • 2017 – 79,403 miles
  • 2016 – 73,519 miles
  • 2015 – 66,661 miles
  • 2014 – 59,898 miles
  • 2013 – 49,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,040 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,040 miles (+6,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    131,040 miles
    Test number
    562708114136
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass124,607 miles (+729)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    124,607 miles
    Test number
    687044846421
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass123,878 miles (+6,823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    123,878 miles
    Test number
    447280933787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass117,055 miles (+12,474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,055 miles
    Test number
    367776410214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass104,581 miles (+5,988)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,581 miles
    Test number
    525943993690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass98,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,593 miles
    Test number
    182349291124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,593 miles (+7,385)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,593 miles
    Test number
    466587679428
    • Repaired at testOffside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass91,208 miles (+5,598)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,208 miles
    Test number
    621551569718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,610 miles (+6,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,610 miles
    Test number
    858567352920
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked on outer shoulders and minor cuts to sidewalls

  10. Pass79,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,403 miles
    Test number
    712142568770
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail79,403 miles (+5,884)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,403 miles
    Test number
    471929360234
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass73,519 miles (+6,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,519 miles
    Test number
    964107791217
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass66,661 miles (+6,763)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,661 miles
    Test number
    196423845181
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass59,898 miles (+153)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,898 miles
    Test number
    466421154155
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail59,745 miles (+10,412)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,745 miles
    Test number
    465374344172
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass49,333 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,333 miles
    Test number
    585033533139
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle emissions too clean to register on smoke meter

Questions about V29 AEB

Does V29 AEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 AEB is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V29 AEB?
The MOT on V29 AEB is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 AEB done?
V29 AEB was recorded at 131,040 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 6,199 miles a year.
Has V29 AEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 AEB has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on V29 AEB 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 V29 AEB find?
V29 AEB passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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