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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

L13 DTCMOT history

L13 DTC is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 18 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 113,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
113,852 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 DTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
18 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 DTC was last recorded at 113,852 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 4,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,608 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,244 miles
Average per year
7,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,852 miles
  • 2024 – 109,608 miles
  • 2023 – 105,269 miles
  • 2022 – 93,032 miles
  • 2021 – 84,747 miles
  • 2020 – 69,564 miles
  • 2018 – 56,047 miles
  • 2017 – 46,760 miles
  • 2016 – 40,938 miles
  • 2015 – 34,008 miles
  • 2014 – 27,180 miles
  • 2013 – 18,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,852 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres 3mm and wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,852 miles (+4,244)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    113,852 miles
    Test number
    300461264590
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass109,608 miles (+4,339)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    109,608 miles
    Test number
    413918647427
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,269 miles (+3,915)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,269 miles
    Test number
    957713223971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,354 miles (+8,322)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,354 miles
    Test number
    859842505677
    • MinorNearside Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass93,032 miles (+8,285)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    93,032 miles
    Test number
    194558671059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,747 miles (+2,077)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    84,747 miles
    Test number
    391773299860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,670 miles (+305)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,670 miles
    Test number
    686475418737
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres 3mm and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning light on

  8. Fail82,365 miles (+12,801)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,365 miles
    Test number
    195859229743
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres 3mm and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning light on
    • AdvisoryWipers not tested

  9. Pass69,564 miles (+13,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,564 miles
    Test number
    737013165364
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass56,047 miles (+3,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    56,047 miles
    Test number
    919378045556
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slight wear

  11. Pass52,137 miles (+5,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,137 miles
    Test number
    668758444590
    • AdvisoryAdvise limited inspection plastic covers

  12. Pass46,760 miles (+5,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,760 miles
    Test number
    304766887177
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted

  13. Pass40,938 miles (+6,930)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,938 miles
    Test number
    818571166627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are bald on the edges of tread
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  14. Pass34,008 miles (+6,828)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,008 miles
    Test number
    646634215162
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo emissions print out due to low emissions

  15. Pass27,180 miles (+8,694)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    27,180 miles
    Test number
    259452924158
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass18,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    18,486 miles
    Test number
    439563733171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 DTC

Does L13 DTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 DTC is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L13 DTC?
The MOT on L13 DTC is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 DTC done?
L13 DTC was recorded at 113,852 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 7,614 miles a year.
Has L13 DTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 DTC has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on L13 DTC 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 L13 DTC find?
L13 DTC passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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