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BMW 118

White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

V6 HRJMOT history

V6 HRJ is a white petrol BMW 118 first used on 5 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

V6 HRJ white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,300 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 HRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 HRJ was last recorded at 97,300 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 May 2021: 74,012 miles, lower than 74,085 miles on 12 Feb 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,273 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
5,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,300 miles
  • 2025 – 91,835 miles
  • 2024 – 84,034 miles
  • 2023 – 74,528 miles
  • 2022 – 74,435 miles
  • 2021 – 74,012 miles
  • 2018 – 66,232 miles
  • 2017 – 61,095 miles
  • 2016 – 53,666 miles
  • 2015 – 47,826 miles
  • 2014 – 42,513 miles
  • 2013 – 32,780 miles
  • 2012 – 22,456 miles
  • 2011 – 11,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,300 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slight damage to inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,300 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,300 miles
    Test number
    775511221546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slight damage to inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail97,273 miles (+5,438)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,273 miles
    Test number
    908211803552
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test From rear view mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slight damage to inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass91,835 miles (+7,801)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,835 miles
    Test number
    131469552105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,034 miles (+9,506)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    84,034 miles
    Test number
    266066281306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,528 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    74,528 miles
    Test number
    477486638308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,435 miles (+423)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,435 miles
    Test number
    127321116202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,012 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    74,012 miles
    Test number
    159743666814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Fail74,012 miles (-73)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,012 miles
    Test number
    468849669855
    • MajorCentral Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Fail74,085 miles (+7,853)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,085 miles
    Test number
    602188085624
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive engine noise unable to check oil (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged driveshaft pick up ring (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged driveshaft pick up ring (1.6 (e))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  10. Pass66,232 miles (+5,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    66,232 miles
    Test number
    896574299249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  11. Pass61,095 miles (+1,269)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    61,095 miles
    Test number
    314877186744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,826 miles (+6,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    780834415905
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are wearing on inner edges of tread
  13. Pass53,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    53,666 miles
    Test number
    709159590319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,666 miles (+5,840)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,666 miles
    Test number
    294210872445
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  15. Pass47,826 miles (+5,313)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,826 miles
    Test number
    488706066427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,513 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    42,513 miles
    Test number
    836891284256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Fail42,513 miles (+9,733)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,513 miles
    Test number
    336409874499
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass32,780 miles (+10,324)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    32,780 miles
    Test number
    479031683298
    • NoteBoth rear tyres at 3mm
    • NoteFront brake pads at 5mm
    • NoteRear brake pads at 4mm
  19. Pass22,456 miles (+10,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,456 miles
    Test number
    985289842245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass11,587 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    11,587 miles
    Test number
    385499841456
    • NoteO/s/f n/s/f tyres light cracking on tyre tread
  21. Fail11,587 miles (+1,515)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,587 miles
    Test number
    777989141210
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteO/s/f n/s/f tyres light cracking on tyre tread
  22. Pass10,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    10,072 miles
    Test number
    727297711171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 HRJ

Does V6 HRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 HRJ is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 HRJ?
The MOT on V6 HRJ is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 HRJ done?
V6 HRJ was recorded at 97,300 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 5,723 miles a year.
Has V6 HRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 HRJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V6 HRJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 May 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V6 HRJ find?
V6 HRJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear tyre slightly damaged slight damage to inner wall.

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