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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

Y2 VLMMOT history

Y2 VLM is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 10 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 114,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
114,988 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 VLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
10 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 VLM was last recorded at 114,988 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 3,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,871 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,117 miles
Average per year
5,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,988 miles
  • 2025 – 111,871 miles
  • 2024 – 108,859 miles
  • 2023 – 105,941 miles
  • 2022 – 104,357 miles
  • 2021 – 102,278 miles
  • 2020 – 99,334 miles
  • 2019 – 95,630 miles
  • 2018 – 89,391 miles
  • 2017 – 82,680 miles
  • 2016 – 73,036 miles
  • 2015 – 63,575 miles
  • 2014 – 52,375 miles
  • 2013 – 40,343 miles
  • 2012 – 32,129 miles
  • 2011 – 26,092 miles
  • 2010 – 20,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,988 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,988 miles (+3,117)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    114,988 miles
    Test number
    613428384663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass111,871 miles (+3,012)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,871 miles
    Test number
    983047391701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Greased (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass108,859 miles (+2,918)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,859 miles
    Test number
    488400373667
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass105,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,941 miles
    Test number
    302031153808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,941 miles (+1,584)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,941 miles
    Test number
    970197107184
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass104,357 miles (+2,079)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    104,357 miles
    Test number
    692499149612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass102,278 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    102,278 miles
    Test number
    496889638838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,334 miles (+3,704)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,334 miles
    Test number
    312152809025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,630 miles (+6,239)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    95,630 miles
    Test number
    766947007527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,391 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,391 miles
    Test number
    763225062685
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail89,385 miles (+6,705)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,385 miles
    Test number
    816598084926
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass82,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,680 miles
    Test number
    742040589696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,680 miles (+9,644)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,680 miles
    Test number
    639121725189
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)

  14. Pass73,036 miles (+9,461)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,036 miles
    Test number
    917777362092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,575 miles (+11,200)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,575 miles
    Test number
    316669815252
    • NoteExhaust front pipe flexible section loose/rattling but not blowing & still secure

  16. Pass52,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,375 miles
    Test number
    275097824291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,375 miles (+12,032)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,375 miles
    Test number
    559257224258
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass40,343 miles (+8,214)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,343 miles
    Test number
    268959533240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,129 miles (+6,037)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,129 miles
    Test number
    459895982193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,092 miles (+6,056)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,092 miles
    Test number
    797214891118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,036 miles
    Test number
    822879880149
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y2 VLM

Does Y2 VLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y2 VLM is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y2 VLM?
The MOT on Y2 VLM is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y2 VLM done?
Y2 VLM was recorded at 114,988 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 5,862 miles a year.
Has Y2 VLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 VLM has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on Y2 VLM 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 Y2 VLM find?
Y2 VLM passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front coil spring corroded; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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