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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L13 DWNMOT history

L13 DWN is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 8 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 117,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
117,206 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 DWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 DWN was last recorded at 117,206 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 32,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Mar 2025: 85,152 miles, lower than 116,168 miles on 5 Mar 2025.

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
85,152 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
32,054 miles
Average per year
4,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,206 miles
  • 2025 – 85,152 miles
  • 2024 – 115,194 miles
  • 2023 – 112,163 miles
  • 2022 – 109,887 miles
  • 2021 – 103,515 miles
  • 2020 – 100,230 miles
  • 2019 – 97,587 miles
  • 2018 – 94,402 miles
  • 2017 – 90,612 miles
  • 2016 – 84,572 miles
  • 2015 – 81,232 miles
  • 2014 – 78,056 miles
  • 2013 – 70,440 miles
  • 2012 – 62,150 miles
  • 2011 – 53,441 miles
  • 2010 – 45,991 miles
  • 2009 – 35,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,206 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,206 miles (+32,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    117,206 miles
    Test number
    146615898709
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass85,152 miles (-31,016)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,152 miles
    Test number
    522007755540
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail116,168 miles (+974)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,168 miles
    Test number
    541091598369
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront All direction indicators incorrect colour both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass115,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    115,194 miles
    Test number
    277256750791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,193 miles (+3,030)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,193 miles
    Test number
    638549104754
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass112,163 miles (+2,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,163 miles
    Test number
    376705547990
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass109,887 miles (+6,372)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,887 miles
    Test number
    401831306860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,515 miles (+3,285)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    103,515 miles
    Test number
    825998751774
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass100,230 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,230 miles
    Test number
    595676833943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,229 miles (+2,642)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,229 miles
    Test number
    316680011813
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass97,587 miles (+3,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,587 miles
    Test number
    911781987287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn

  12. Pass94,402 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,402 miles
    Test number
    207054903987
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Child seat fitted.
    • AdvisoryUnder car fitted plastic cover.

  13. Fail94,402 miles (+3,790)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,402 miles
    Test number
    449630955366
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Child seat fitted.
    • AdvisoryUnder car fitted plastic cover.

  14. Pass90,612 miles (+6,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    90,612 miles
    Test number
    122788496179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass84,572 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,572 miles
    Test number
    601519335258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,232 miles (+3,176)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,232 miles
    Test number
    147062205487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass78,056 miles (+7,616)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,056 miles
    Test number
    537050014016
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass70,440 miles (+8,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,440 miles
    Test number
    229062013089
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass62,150 miles (+8,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    62,150 miles
    Test number
    148904012009
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass53,441 miles (+7,450)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,441 miles
    Test number
    599302511032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,991 miles (+10,317)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    45,991 miles
    Test number
    321029310023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,674 miles
    Test number
    143852519044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 DWN

Does L13 DWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 DWN is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 DWN?
The MOT on L13 DWN is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 DWN done?
L13 DWN was recorded at 117,206 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 4,756 miles a year.
Has L13 DWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 DWN has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L13 DWN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L13 DWN find?
L13 DWN passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear direction indicator slightly discoloured both; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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