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BMW 118

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

V50 SLJMOT history

V50 SLJ is a grey petrol BMW 118 first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2026
Mileage
146,340 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 SLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 SLJ was last recorded at 146,340 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 1,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,163 miles · 30 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,177 miles
Average per year
8,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,340 miles
  • 2024 – 145,163 miles
  • 2023 – 142,277 miles
  • 2021 – 136,947 miles
  • 2020 – 130,646 miles
  • 2019 – 116,061 miles
  • 2018 – 103,188 miles
  • 2017 – 92,414 miles
  • 2016 – 74,199 miles
  • 2015 – 66,542 miles
  • 2014 – 57,658 miles
  • 2013 – 47,344 miles
  • 2012 – 35,968 miles
  • 2011 – 24,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,340 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,340 miles (+1,177)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,340 miles
    Test number
    357120694430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,163 miles (+2,886)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,163 miles
    Test number
    603207591168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass142,277 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    142,277 miles
    Test number
    549920561294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Fail142,277 miles (+5,330)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,277 miles
    Test number
    228655713410
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass136,947 miles (+6,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    136,947 miles
    Test number
    103920920594
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass130,646 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    130,646 miles
    Test number
    974911080825
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail130,646 miles (+14,585)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,646 miles
    Test number
    692187988419
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass116,061 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,061 miles
    Test number
    167578192336
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail116,056 miles (+12,868)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,056 miles
    Test number
    682878189667
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass103,188 miles (+10,774)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    103,188 miles
    Test number
    447952598250
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged Both front slightly deteriorated. (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  11. Pass92,414 miles (+18,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    92,414 miles
    Test number
    890532646964
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under-tray fitted, restricting view of components

  12. Pass74,199 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,199 miles
    Test number
    269642415421
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops split

  13. Fail74,199 miles (+7,657)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,199 miles
    Test number
    157859975879
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops split

  14. Pass66,542 miles (+9)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,542 miles
    Test number
    365575415409
    • Note(3.7B.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 31%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs
    • Note(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at each side of the central band has worn unevenly
    • Note(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at each side of the central band has worn unevenly
    • NoteTHE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

  15. Fail66,533 miles (+8,875)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,533 miles
    Test number
    695193115226
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Note(3.7B.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 31%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs
    • Note(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at each side of the central band has worn unevenly
    • Note(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread
    • Note(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at each side of the central band has worn unevenly
    • NoteTHE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

  16. Pass57,658 miles (+10,314)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,658 miles
    Test number
    195721924286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,344 miles (+11,376)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,344 miles
    Test number
    447556283156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,968 miles (+11,950)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,968 miles
    Test number
    539900302287
    • NoteUNABLE TO TEST SOME STEERING/BRAKE/SUSPENSION COMPONANTS UNDERTRAYS FITTED.

  19. Pass24,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,018 miles
    Test number
    337624701465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,018 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,018 miles
    Test number
    607833201293
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteBoth fromt tyres worn on inner edges

Questions about V50 SLJ

Does V50 SLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V50 SLJ expired on 16 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V50 SLJ?
The MOT on V50 SLJ expired on 16 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V50 SLJ done?
V50 SLJ was recorded at 146,340 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 8,640 miles a year.
Has V50 SLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 SLJ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on V50 SLJ 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 V50 SLJ find?
V50 SLJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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