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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

X12 SWXMOT history

X12 SWX is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 27 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 244,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

X12 SWX white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
244,902 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X12 SWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X12 SWX was last recorded at 244,902 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 9,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
235,735 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,167 miles
Average per year
12,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 244,902 miles
  • 2025 – 235,735 miles
  • 2024 – 224,146 miles
  • 2023 – 212,331 miles
  • 2022 – 199,560 miles
  • 2021 – 190,428 miles
  • 2019 – 181,311 miles
  • 2018 – 158,047 miles
  • 2016 – 153,247 miles
  • 2015 – 138,101 miles
  • 2014 – 123,136 miles
  • 2013 – 106,270 miles
  • 2012 – 91,351 miles
  • 2011 – 72,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,902 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass244,902 miles (+9,167)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    244,902 miles
    Test number
    723330799447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass235,735 miles (+11,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    235,735 miles
    Test number
    439181738707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass224,146 miles (+11,815)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    224,146 miles
    Test number
    439675915180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass212,331 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    212,331 miles
    Test number
    167238976612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Fail212,331 miles (+12,771)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,331 miles
    Test number
    729589218991
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass199,560 miles (+9,132)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    199,560 miles
    Test number
    667725407983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass190,428 miles (+9,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    190,428 miles
    Test number
    452155085681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass181,311 miles (+11,033)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    181,311 miles
    Test number
    546808721955
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass170,278 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    170,278 miles
    Test number
    557460130773
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  10. Fail170,278 miles (+12,231)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,278 miles
    Test number
    775540480972
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass158,047 miles (+4,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    158,047 miles
    Test number
    826854463912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
  12. Pass153,247 miles (+15,146)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    153,247 miles
    Test number
    107662631691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass138,101 miles (+14,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    138,101 miles
    Test number
    813637841854
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass123,136 miles (+16,866)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    123,136 miles
    Test number
    479312434461
    • NoteExhaust front pipe flexi collapsed.exhaust is secure and not blowing.
    • NoteWindscreen cracked at os top of screen not obscuring drivers view to front.
  15. Pass106,270 miles (+14,919)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    106,270 miles
    Test number
    877472433306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut no cords exsposed
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cut no cords exsposed
  16. Pass91,351 miles (+18,368)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    91,351 miles
    Test number
    408716732363
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
  17. Pass72,983 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,983 miles
    Test number
    446141401348
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 2mm on outer shoulders.
    • NoteUnable to test some mot items due to underside covers fitted.
  18. Fail72,983 miles3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,983 miles
    Test number
    236161701377
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 2mm on outer shoulders.
    • NoteUnable to test some mot items due to underside covers fitted.

Questions about X12 SWX

Does X12 SWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X12 SWX is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X12 SWX?
The MOT on X12 SWX is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X12 SWX done?
X12 SWX was recorded at 244,902 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 12,059 miles a year.
Has X12 SWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X12 SWX has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X12 SWX 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 X12 SWX find?
X12 SWX passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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