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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

V7 ELCMOT history

V7 ELC is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 19 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 73,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
73,975 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 ELC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
19 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 ELC was last recorded at 73,975 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 5,679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,296 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,679 miles
Average per year
4,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,975 miles
  • 2024 – 68,296 miles
  • 2023 – 62,292 miles
  • 2022 – 57,809 miles
  • 2021 – 52,279 miles
  • 2020 – 46,924 miles
  • 2019 – 42,463 miles
  • 2018 – 38,911 miles
  • 2017 – 34,777 miles
  • 2016 – 31,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,975 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23 %

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 19 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,975 miles (+5,679)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    73,975 miles
    Test number
    146941015236
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  2. Pass68,296 miles (+6,004)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,296 miles
    Test number
    164014452199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass62,292 miles (+4,483)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    62,292 miles
    Test number
    674146326258
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass57,809 miles (+5,530)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,809 miles
    Test number
    635837346823
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pads slightly burnt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,279 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,279 miles
    Test number
    859647319972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail52,276 miles (+5,352)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,276 miles
    Test number
    558723141819
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass46,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,924 miles
    Test number
    986989824915
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23 % (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail46,924 miles (+4,461)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,924 miles
    Test number
    666469371794
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23 % (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass42,463 miles (+3,552)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,463 miles
    Test number
    591941191846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,911 miles (+4,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,911 miles
    Test number
    383448814090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass34,777 miles (+3,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,777 miles
    Test number
    454545755730
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass31,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,008 miles
    Test number
    832513524395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 ELC

Does V7 ELC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 ELC is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on V7 ELC?
The MOT on V7 ELC is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 ELC done?
V7 ELC was recorded at 73,975 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 4,634 miles a year.
Has V7 ELC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 ELC has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on V7 ELC 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 V7 ELC find?
V7 ELC passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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