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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,499 cc

V7 VNUMOT history

V7 VNU is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 14 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 51,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
51,652 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 VNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
14 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 VNU was last recorded at 51,652 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 2,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,044 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,608 miles
Average per year
4,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,652 miles
  • 2025 – 49,044 miles
  • 2024 – 45,509 miles
  • 2023 – 41,185 miles
  • 2022 – 36,049 miles
  • 2021 – 30,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,652 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped - Both Side (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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 12 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,652 miles (+2,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    51,652 miles
    Test number
    419797945081
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped - Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  2. Pass49,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    49,044 miles
    Test number
    763050604490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail49,040 miles (+3,531)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,040 miles
    Test number
    544268130360
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer 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))
  4. Pass45,509 miles (+4,324)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    45,509 miles
    Test number
    489936482382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,185 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    41,185 miles
    Test number
    454855481725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail41,184 miles (+5,135)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,184 miles
    Test number
    154256477357
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  7. Pass36,049 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    36,049 miles
    Test number
    400559117325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    30,377 miles
    Test number
    998574375559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail30,377 miles2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,377 miles
    Test number
    262371868809
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Questions about V7 VNU

Does V7 VNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 VNU is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 VNU?
The MOT on V7 VNU is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 VNU done?
V7 VNU was recorded at 51,652 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 4,356 miles a year.
Has V7 VNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 VNU has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V7 VNU 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 VNU find?
V7 VNU passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped - both side.

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