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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

F7 LGHMOT history

F7 LGH is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 14 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 137,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
137,091 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 LGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 LGH was last recorded at 137,091 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 2,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,531 miles · 27 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,560 miles
Average per year
9,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,091 miles
  • 2024 – 127,185 miles
  • 2022 – 117,715 miles
  • 2021 – 100,595 miles
  • 2020 – 90,023 miles
  • 2019 – 80,441 miles
  • 2018 – 73,218 miles
  • 2017 – 61,198 miles
  • 2016 – 50,222 miles
  • 2015 – 38,107 miles
  • 2014 – 27,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,091 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Split/cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,091 miles (+2,560)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    137,091 miles
    Test number
    577436451059
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Split/cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass134,531 miles (+3,746)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,531 miles
    Test number
    682515654501
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight switch has poor operation
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted to vehicle

  3. Fail130,785 miles (+3,600)1 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,785 miles
    Test number
    396419666790
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp switch defective.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side mirror housing damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from dipstick,should be repaired as soon as possible. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray obscuring view to some testable items.

  4. Pass127,185 miles (+9,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    127,185 miles
    Test number
    276210811154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted entire length of vehicle not allowing full inspection of all brake and suspension components

  5. Pass117,715 miles (+9,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,715 miles
    Test number
    648728068364
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber donut splitting (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Pass107,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,758 miles
    Test number
    144122271613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,758 miles (+7,163)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,758 miles
    Test number
    520245880912
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass100,595 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,595 miles
    Test number
    691455203928
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail100,595 miles (+10,572)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,595 miles
    Test number
    409987287178
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass90,023 miles (+9,582)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,023 miles
    Test number
    554311198283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,441 miles (+7,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,441 miles
    Test number
    514071385778
    • AdvisoryGearbox pinion seal has slight leak/misting
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre inner and outer edges poor
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs inner face poor and corroded

  12. Pass73,218 miles (+12,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    73,218 miles
    Test number
    600873838151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass61,198 miles (+10,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    61,198 miles
    Test number
    189007108019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass50,222 miles (+12,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,222 miles
    Test number
    346659529740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edge

  15. Pass38,107 miles (+10,605)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,107 miles
    Test number
    685567705050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    27,502 miles
    Test number
    467624514052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F7 LGH

Does F7 LGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 LGH is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on F7 LGH?
The MOT on F7 LGH is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 LGH done?
F7 LGH was recorded at 137,091 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 9,217 miles a year.
Has F7 LGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 LGH has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on F7 LGH 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 F7 LGH find?
F7 LGH passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front oil leak, but not excessive; central rear prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated split/cracking, and 1 more.

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