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BMW 518

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,796 cc

L114 ECPMOT history

L114 ECP is a blue petrol BMW 518 first used on 7 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 62,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2022
Mileage
62,409 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2019
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L114 ECP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
518
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
7 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L114 ECP was last recorded at 62,409 miles on 4 Jul 2019, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2008: 10,645 miles, lower than 53,259 miles on 22 Jun 2006.
  • 16 Aug 2018: 55,809 miles, lower than 56,736 miles on 4 Jul 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
62,407 miles · 1 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 62,409 miles
  • 2018 – 55,810 miles
  • 2017 – 56,736 miles
  • 2016 – 53,333 miles
  • 2015 – 50,937 miles
  • 2014 – 47,032 miles
  • 2013 – 43,622 miles
  • 2012 – 38,557 miles
  • 2011 – 32,156 miles
  • 2010 – 25,287 miles
  • 2009 – 17,398 miles
  • 2008 – 10,645 miles
  • 2006 – 53,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    546684750137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    985752251251
    • DangerousCentral Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired cross member (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  3. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    243384093316
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    199122397463
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAxle with loose fixing bolts rear cross member mountings (5.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users petrol (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass62,409 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,409 miles
    Test number
    191572647257
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail62,407 miles (+6,597)1 dangerous9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,407 miles
    Test number
    125328126475
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  7. Pass55,810 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    55,810 miles
    Test number
    990349210090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,809 miles (-927)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,809 miles
    Test number
    660754871262
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill to floor near axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass56,736 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,736 miles
    Test number
    419862517348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,735 miles (+3,402)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,735 miles
    Test number
    664881687060
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inside rear door wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass53,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,333 miles
    Test number
    112453787918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,333 miles (+2,396)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,333 miles
    Test number
    969190827227
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass50,937 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,937 miles
    Test number
    949551885110
    • NoteGeneral corrosion
    • NoteHandbrake just reaching required efficiency.
    • NoteN/s/f chassis leg corroded
    • NoteSlight play in steering.

  14. Fail50,937 miles (+3,905)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,937 miles
    Test number
    636170385186
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHandbrake just reaching required efficiency.
    • NoteN/s/f chassis leg corroded

  15. Pass47,032 miles (+3,410)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    228274984118
    • NoteSlight play in all steering and suspe koints

  16. Pass43,622 miles (+5,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,622 miles
    Test number
    295825483176
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass38,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,557 miles
    Test number
    876615382165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,557 miles (+6,401)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,557 miles
    Test number
    427444882175
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass32,156 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,156 miles
    Test number
    509185181109
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear brake discs worn.

  20. Fail32,156 miles (+6,869)1 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,156 miles
    Test number
    317781481163
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear brake discs worn.

  21. Pass25,287 miles (+7,889)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,287 miles
    Test number
    243722380140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,398 miles (+6,753)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    17,398 miles
    Test number
    881646379196
    • NoteO/s/r and o/s/front brake pipe slightly corroded.
    • NoteRear brake discs getting worn.

  23. Pass10,645 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    10,645 miles
    Test number
    751718478141
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteExhaust shield broken and loose.
    • NoteRear axle bushes deteriorated

  24. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    201366287474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. FailMileage not read4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    443800987184
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass53,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,259 miles
    Test number
    200013076191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail53,259 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,259 miles
    Test number
    113522076197
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L114 ECP

Does L114 ECP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L114 ECP expired on 12 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L114 ECP?
The MOT on L114 ECP expired on 12 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L114 ECP done?
L114 ECP was recorded at 62,409 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2019, an average of 702 miles a year.
Has L114 ECP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L114 ECP has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on L114 ECP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 26 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L114 ECP find?
L114 ECP passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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