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BMW 118

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

X23 WJBMOT history

X23 WJB is a silver diesel BMW 118 first used on 16 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 166,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

X23 WJB silver BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
166,190 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 WJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 WJB was last recorded at 166,190 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 3,436 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,754 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,436 miles
Average per year
8,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,190 miles
  • 2025 – 162,754 miles
  • 2024 – 158,425 miles
  • 2023 – 152,843 miles
  • 2022 – 148,099 miles
  • 2021 – 142,312 miles
  • 2020 – 137,666 miles
  • 2019 – 130,736 miles
  • 2018 – 125,600 miles
  • 2017 – 125,517 miles
  • 2016 – 115,036 miles
  • 2015 – 102,931 miles
  • 2014 – 91,045 miles
  • 2013 – 77,792 miles
  • 2012 – 60,178 miles
  • 2011 – 45,053 miles
  • 2010 – 28,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,190 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x rears edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear sub frame 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,190 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    166,190 miles
    Test number
    848022957676
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x rears edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  2. Fail166,189 miles (+3,435)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,189 miles
    Test number
    202904735026
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x rears edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  3. Pass162,754 miles (+4,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    162,754 miles
    Test number
    452458226828
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass158,425 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    158,425 miles
    Test number
    768002176102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail158,415 miles (+5,572)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,415 miles
    Test number
    395612210519
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed serious risk of tyre seperating (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass152,843 miles (+4,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    152,843 miles
    Test number
    541301554626
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive collecting around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass148,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    148,099 miles
    Test number
    633635566443
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes slightly worn

  8. Fail148,099 miles (+5,787)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,099 miles
    Test number
    249986711694
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn control arm bushes excessive worn front arms (on rear) both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight steamed up from inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass142,312 miles (+4,646)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    142,312 miles
    Test number
    268972283069
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes deteriorated, not resulting in excessive movement. Nearside bushes creaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass137,666 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,666 miles
    Test number
    164322550963
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail137,621 miles (+6,885)2 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,621 miles
    Test number
    440229017676
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass130,736 miles (+5,136)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    130,736 miles
    Test number
    822582969960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,600 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    125,600 miles
    Test number
    440684459103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,517 miles (+10,481)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,517 miles
    Test number
    447235210488
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass115,036 miles (+12,105)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    115,036 miles
    Test number
    328809409865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,931 miles (+11,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    102,931 miles
    Test number
    640757158465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass91,045 miles (+13,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    91,045 miles
    Test number
    338722254325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass77,792 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    77,792 miles
    Test number
    419562863484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,791 miles (+17,613)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,791 miles
    Test number
    409241163374
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  20. Pass60,178 miles (+15,125)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,178 miles
    Test number
    419379642476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,053 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    45,053 miles
    Test number
    177344451378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    41,447 miles
    Test number
    326125991154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,447 miles (+12,757)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,447 miles
    Test number
    409955891169
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  24. Pass28,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    28,690 miles
    Test number
    240987660411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X23 WJB

Does X23 WJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 WJB is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 WJB?
The MOT on X23 WJB 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 X23 WJB done?
X23 WJB was recorded at 166,190 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 8,837 miles a year.
Has X23 WJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 WJB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 WJB 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 X23 WJB find?
X23 WJB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x rears edges worn; rear sub frame corroded.

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