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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

VO56 VOFMOT history

VO56 VOF is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 218,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

VO56 VOF black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
218,328 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VO56 VOF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VO56 VOF was last recorded at 218,328 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 9,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,461 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,867 miles
Average per year
8,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,328 miles
  • 2025 – 208,461 miles
  • 2024 – 202,124 miles
  • 2023 – 196,692 miles
  • 2022 – 189,129 miles
  • 2021 – 182,344 miles
  • 2020 – 174,124 miles
  • 2019 – 167,253 miles
  • 2018 – 158,042 miles
  • 2017 – 149,502 miles
  • 2016 – 139,606 miles
  • 2015 – 130,257 miles
  • 2014 – 120,941 miles
  • 2013 – 110,523 miles
  • 2012 – 100,155 miles
  • 2011 – 89,289 miles
  • 2010 – 79,875 miles
  • 2009 – 69,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,328 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,328 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    218,328 miles
    Test number
    666815684619
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  2. Fail218,328 miles (+9,867)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,328 miles
    Test number
    332543710396
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  3. Pass208,461 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    208,461 miles
    Test number
    596377100891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail208,452 miles (+6,328)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,452 miles
    Test number
    143635217174
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass202,124 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    202,124 miles
    Test number
    686898914298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

  6. Fail202,124 miles (+5,432)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,124 miles
    Test number
    509777151448
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

  7. Pass196,692 miles (+7,563)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    196,692 miles
    Test number
    612937713160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass189,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    189,129 miles
    Test number
    694125491166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail189,129 miles (+6,785)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,129 miles
    Test number
    493314919157
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass182,344 miles (+8,220)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    182,344 miles
    Test number
    309342124022
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass174,124 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    174,124 miles
    Test number
    983233687003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail174,124 miles (+6,871)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,124 miles
    Test number
    490633693209
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass167,253 miles (+9,211)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    167,253 miles
    Test number
    316479383712
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass158,042 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    158,042 miles
    Test number
    103080425557
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  15. Fail158,042 miles (+8,540)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,042 miles
    Test number
    459070724022
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass149,502 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    149,502 miles
    Test number
    926774701414
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail149,502 miles (+9,896)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,502 miles
    Test number
    173366853842
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass139,606 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    139,606 miles
    Test number
    145405984730
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail139,606 miles (+9,349)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,606 miles
    Test number
    241973716695
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass130,257 miles (+9,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    130,257 miles
    Test number
    259833811851
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass120,941 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    120,941 miles
    Test number
    387168664481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail120,941 miles (+10,418)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,941 miles
    Test number
    846908464212
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass110,523 miles (+10,368)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    110,523 miles
    Test number
    747429463275
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass100,155 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    100,155 miles
    Test number
    776878962295
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Fail100,155 miles (+10,866)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,155 miles
    Test number
    389878462285
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass89,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    89,289 miles
    Test number
    628836861251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail89,289 miles (+9,414)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,289 miles
    Test number
    757196661264
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing

  28. Pass79,875 miles (+10,470)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,875 miles
    Test number
    112393570232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass69,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,405 miles
    Test number
    480822279275
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about VO56 VOF

Does VO56 VOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VO56 VOF is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on VO56 VOF?
The MOT on VO56 VOF is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VO56 VOF done?
VO56 VOF was recorded at 218,328 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 8,751 miles a year.
Has VO56 VOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VO56 VOF has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on VO56 VOF 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 VO56 VOF find?
VO56 VOF passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front valve stem slightly damaged; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, and 1 more.

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