When is SB55AVL's MOT due?

This vehicle's MOT is valid until 14 December 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then while keeping the same renewal date.

Yes. DVLA records show this vehicle is currently taxed. Tax is due for renewal on 1 March 2027.

What mileage has SB55AVL done?

The last mileage recorded at MOT was 129,426 miles in December 2025. Based on its recent usage, we estimate it has now covered around 134,000 miles.

Has SB55AVL ever failed an MOT?

Yes. It has failed 5 MOT tests, most recently in September 2023. The failure reasons are listed in the MOT history above.

Has SB55AVL's mileage ever dropped?

No. The mileage readings recorded at its MOT tests have risen consistently, with no drops that would suggest clocking.

SB55AVL

BMW 118

2005 · Grey · Diesel · 1995cc

Data from official DVSA and DVLA records · Report generated 3 August 2026

Vehicle Summary

MOT

Valid

until 14/12/2026

Tax

Taxed

due 01/03/2027

Est. Mileage

133,907

projected from MOT records

CO2 Emissions

150

g/km

Mileage History

MOT History

Test number
861108627805
Expiry
14 Dec 2026
Odometer
129,426 mi
ADVISORYADV
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
ADVISORYADV
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORYADV
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Test number
776118179186
Expiry
22 Nov 2025
Odometer
120,562 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
628052719192
Expiry
14 Sept 2024
Odometer
118,573 mi
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Coil spring corroded offside rear coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORYADV
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Test number
730644065951
Expiry
—
Odometer
118,571 mi
MAJORMAJ
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded offside rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Coil spring corroded offside rear coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORYADV
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Test number
655904515271
Expiry
9 Sept 2023
Odometer
114,181 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORYADV
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Situated nearside rear, but travels to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
Test number
223505257663
Expiry
—
Odometer
114,180 mi
MAJORMAJ
Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
MAJORMAJ
Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORYADV
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Situated nearside rear, but travels to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
Test number
730166678729
Expiry
9 Sept 2022
Odometer
105,863 mi
MINORMIN
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORYADV
Front exhaust clamp broken but exhaust secure
Test number
558828137351
Expiry
9 Sept 2021
Odometer
102,942 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Test number
550021256831
Expiry
—
Odometer
102,942 mi
DANGEROUSDNGR
Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
MAJORMAJ
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJORMAJ
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Test number
712262492106
Expiry
5 Sept 2020
Odometer
101,829 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Test number
267609685869
Expiry
5 Sept 2019
Odometer
99,674 mi
ADVISORYADV
both front tyres worn on edges
Test number
950346883745
Expiry
5 Sept 2018
Odometer
94,200 mi
ADVISORYADV
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Test number
991483159797
Expiry
5 Sept 2017
Odometer
83,320 mi
ADVISORYADV
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Test number
895048660112
Expiry
5 Sept 2016
Odometer
72,971 mi
ADVISORYADV
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Test number
408713634242
Expiry
5 Sept 2015
Odometer
63,124 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
156899943299
Expiry
5 Sept 2014
Odometer
51,855 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
406507143228
Expiry
—
Odometer
51,832 mi
FAILFAIL
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Test number
268428992185
Expiry
15 Jul 2013
Odometer
43,352 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Test number
525083691184
Expiry
15 Jul 2012
Odometer
37,948 mi
USER ENTEREDUSER ENTERED
Nearside and offside rear tyres wearing low
Test number
474937490191
Expiry
15 Jul 2011
Odometer
35,005 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
403517090100
Expiry
—
Odometer
35,005 mi
PRSPRS
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Test number
551360229300
Expiry
17 Nov 2010
Odometer
29,685 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
471947218447
Expiry
17 Nov 2009
Odometer
20,139 mi
No defects recorded for this test

MOT History

MOT

Passes:18

Fails:5

Pass Rate:78%

Advisories:37

Expires:14/12/2026

Days Remaining:133 days

MOT Summary

Tax

Status:Taxed

Due:01/03/2027

Days Remaining:210 days

Tax

Mileage

Estimated Mileage:133,907

Annual Mileage:7,097

vs UK Average:Average

Mileage Summary

Emissions

Euro Standard:EURO 4

CO2 Output:150 g/km

Emissions

Vehicle Details

Manufactured:2005

First Registered:November 2005

V5C Last Issued:04/03/2026

Type Approval:M1

Wheelplan:2 Axle Rigid Body

Marked for Export:No

Vehicle Details

SB55AVL FAQs

When is SB55AVL's MOT due?: This vehicle's MOT is valid until 14 December 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then while keeping the same renewal date.
Is SB55AVL taxed?: Yes. DVLA records show this vehicle is currently taxed. Tax is due for renewal on 1 March 2027.
What mileage has SB55AVL done?: The last mileage recorded at MOT was 129,426 miles in December 2025. Based on its recent usage, we estimate it has now covered around 134,000 miles.
Has SB55AVL ever failed an MOT?: Yes. It has failed 5 MOT tests, most recently in September 2023. The failure reasons are listed in the MOT history above.
Has SB55AVL's mileage ever dropped?: No. The mileage readings recorded at its MOT tests have risen consistently, with no drops that would suggest clocking.