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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2019 · 1,995 cc

V50 TLCMOT history

V50 TLC is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 27 Mar 2019. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 69,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
69,371 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 TLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
27 Mar 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 TLC was last recorded at 69,371 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,371 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
13,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,371 miles
  • 2024 – 49,933 miles
  • 2023 – 31,654 miles
  • 2022 – 21,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,371 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear gearbox pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 25 Mar 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,371 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    69,371 miles
    Test number
    394510656942
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear gearbox pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail69,371 miles (+19,438)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,371 miles
    Test number
    580205083261
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge - suspect close to cords coming through (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear gearbox pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass49,933 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    49,933 miles
    Test number
    455102268386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing HEAVIER on the outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox pinion seal is leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff Pinion seal is leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail49,933 miles (+18,279)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,933 miles
    Test number
    798969936899
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17w RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17w RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing HEAVIER on the outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox pinion seal is leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff Pinion seal is leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass31,654 miles (+2,802)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    31,654 miles
    Test number
    250560845685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass28,852 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    28,852 miles
    Test number
    571977224640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail28,852 miles (+7,059)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,852 miles
    Test number
    407724932303
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass21,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    21,793 miles
    Test number
    606988335222
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Questions about V50 TLC

Does V50 TLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 TLC is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V50 TLC?
The MOT on V50 TLC is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 TLC done?
V50 TLC was recorded at 69,371 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 13,066 miles a year.
Has V50 TLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 TLC has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V50 TLC 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 TLC find?
V50 TLC passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin very low, and 2 more.

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