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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

W18 CRHMOT history

W18 CRH is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 187,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

W18 CRH blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
187,706 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 CRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 CRH was last recorded at 187,706 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 12,276 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,430 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,276 miles
Average per year
9,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 187,706 miles
  • 2024 – 175,430 miles
  • 2023 – 170,667 miles
  • 2022 – 166,221 miles
  • 2021 – 162,143 miles
  • 2020 – 157,184 miles
  • 2019 – 151,730 miles
  • 2018 – 138,852 miles
  • 2017 – 126,143 miles
  • 2016 – 112,636 miles
  • 2015 – 99,415 miles
  • 2014 – 86,136 miles
  • 2013 – 77,466 miles
  • 2012 – 57,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,706 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under-sill to floor area corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Sill covers fitted at time of test preventing outer sill inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,706 miles (+12,276)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    187,706 miles
    Test number
    933022225905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  2. Pass175,430 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    175,430 miles
    Test number
    500969684504
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under-sill to floor area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at time of test preventing outer sill inspection

  3. Fail175,429 miles (+4,762)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,429 miles
    Test number
    972330794055
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under-sill to floor area corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under-sill to floor area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at time of test preventing outer sill inspection

  4. Pass170,667 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    170,667 miles
    Test number
    624731915187
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail170,666 miles (+4,445)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,666 miles
    Test number
    898794134212
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both washer jets (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass166,221 miles (+4,078)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    166,221 miles
    Test number
    509997025750
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass162,143 miles (+4,959)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    162,143 miles
    Test number
    757900359058
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both have age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass157,184 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    157,184 miles
    Test number
    872273474703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail157,173 miles (+5,443)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,173 miles
    Test number
    611515315549
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass151,730 miles (+12,878)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,730 miles
    Test number
    704838921657
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass138,852 miles (+12,709)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    138,852 miles
    Test number
    698943156311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    126,143 miles
    Test number
    886008970947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail126,142 miles (+13,506)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,142 miles
    Test number
    843475403712
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass112,636 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,636 miles
    Test number
    389110349738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure.

  15. Fail112,636 miles (+13,221)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,636 miles
    Test number
    146539337261
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure.

  16. Pass99,415 miles (+13,279)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    99,415 miles
    Test number
    876790547719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,136 miles (+8,670)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,136 miles
    Test number
    379811214374
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass77,466 miles (+975)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,466 miles
    Test number
    669355523318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,491 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,491 miles
    Test number
    937335973221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,481 miles (+19,264)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,481 miles
    Test number
    456067143200
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

  21. Pass57,217 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,217 miles
    Test number
    349247202412
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread 3mm

Questions about W18 CRH

Does W18 CRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 CRH is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on W18 CRH?
The MOT on W18 CRH 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 W18 CRH done?
W18 CRH was recorded at 187,706 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 9,825 miles a year.
Has W18 CRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 CRH has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on W18 CRH 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 W18 CRH find?
W18 CRH passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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