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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

Y8 CGMMOT history

Y8 CGM is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 13 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 180,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
180,033 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 CGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 CGM was last recorded at 180,033 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 1,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,405 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,628 miles
Average per year
12,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,033 miles
  • 2025 – 178,405 miles
  • 2024 – 166,789 miles
  • 2023 – 154,453 miles
  • 2022 – 141,924 miles
  • 2021 – 129,956 miles
  • 2020 – 116,221 miles
  • 2019 – 101,036 miles
  • 2018 – 76,430 miles
  • 2017 – 63,451 miles
  • 2016 – 53,162 miles
  • 2015 – 39,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,033 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall damaged but no bulges or cords exposed.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded by the join with flexi pipe.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,033 miles (+1,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    180,033 miles
    Test number
    522514483965
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass178,405 miles (+11,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    178,405 miles
    Test number
    478947806089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass166,789 miles (+12,336)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    166,789 miles
    Test number
    992125470391
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and underbody trays fitted obscuring view of some testable items
  4. Pass154,453 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    154,453 miles
    Test number
    840386380273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall damaged but no bulges or cords exposed. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail154,453 miles (+12,529)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,453 miles
    Test number
    491832672086
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn to canvass on inner shoulder of tyre. (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall damaged but no bulges or cords exposed. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass141,924 miles (+12)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    141,924 miles
    Test number
    903426623946
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded by the join with flexi pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail141,912 miles (+11,956)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,912 miles
    Test number
    577727064221
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded by the join with flexi pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass129,956 miles (+13,735)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,956 miles
    Test number
    241225209423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    116,221 miles
    Test number
    869899147128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail116,221 miles (+15,185)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,221 miles
    Test number
    914067545852
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass101,036 miles (+24,606)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    101,036 miles
    Test number
    571087175636
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
  12. Pass76,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,430 miles
    Test number
    824432575259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail76,430 miles (+12,979)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,430 miles
    Test number
    464076314973
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass63,451 miles (+10,289)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,451 miles
    Test number
    358176960579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,162 miles (+13,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,162 miles
    Test number
    471624654939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45 17 run-flat (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges.205/50 17
  16. Pass39,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,903 miles
    Test number
    199246675032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 CGM

Does Y8 CGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 CGM is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 CGM?
The MOT on Y8 CGM is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 CGM done?
Y8 CGM was recorded at 180,033 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 12,224 miles a year.
Has Y8 CGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 CGM has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y8 CGM 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 Y8 CGM find?
Y8 CGM passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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