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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X8 BTJMOT history

X8 BTJ is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 7 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 119,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
119,962 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 BTJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 BTJ was last recorded at 119,962 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 8,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,945 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,017 miles
Average per year
8,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,962 miles
  • 2025 – 111,945 miles
  • 2024 – 103,928 miles
  • 2023 – 96,133 miles
  • 2022 – 87,395 miles
  • 2021 – 80,415 miles
  • 2020 – 74,167 miles
  • 2019 – 64,167 miles
  • 2018 – 54,158 miles
  • 2017 – 42,064 miles
  • 2016 – 34,505 miles
  • 2015 – 27,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,962 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal has a slight creeps when pressed, further check requires
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plater letter (X) deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,962 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    119,962 miles
    Test number
    612147735592
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has a slight creeps when pressed, further check requires
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plater letter (X) deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail119,962 miles (+8,017)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,962 miles
    Test number
    548729071018
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has a slight creeps when pressed, further check requires
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plater letter (X) deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass111,945 miles (+8,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    111,945 miles
    Test number
    743653031985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Pass103,928 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,928 miles
    Test number
    122678770916
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail103,928 miles (+7,795)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,928 miles
    Test number
    994304787401
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass96,133 miles (+8,738)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,133 miles
    Test number
    296601360838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,395 miles (+6,980)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,395 miles
    Test number
    869083167116
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,415 miles (+6,248)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,415 miles
    Test number
    419917132995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,167 miles (+10,000)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,167 miles
    Test number
    269873441721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,167 miles (+10,009)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,167 miles
    Test number
    160707112434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  11. Pass54,158 miles (+12,094)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,158 miles
    Test number
    103249089976
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and Under-tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc corroded(Nearside and Offside)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass42,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    42,064 miles
    Test number
    116881234639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,064 miles (+7,559)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,064 miles
    Test number
    585162949397
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

  14. Pass34,505 miles (+7,289)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    34,505 miles
    Test number
    138647560853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail27,216 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,216 miles
    Test number
    615108325078
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass27,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    27,216 miles
    Test number
    637478625040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X8 BTJ

Does X8 BTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 BTJ is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 BTJ?
The MOT on X8 BTJ is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 BTJ done?
X8 BTJ was recorded at 119,962 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 8,431 miles a year.
Has X8 BTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 BTJ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 BTJ 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 X8 BTJ find?
X8 BTJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pedal has a slight creeps when pressed, further check requires; front registration plater letter (x) deteriorated; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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