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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L15 AWAMOT history

L15 AWA is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 5 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 84,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

L15 AWA white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
84,697 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 AWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 AWA was last recorded at 84,697 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 1,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,388 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,309 miles
Average per year
5,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,697 miles
  • 2025 – 83,388 miles
  • 2024 – 81,652 miles
  • 2023 – 77,517 miles
  • 2022 – 71,085 miles
  • 2021 – 63,876 miles
  • 2020 – 56,703 miles
  • 2019 – 50,976 miles
  • 2018 – 45,168 miles
  • 2017 – 38,997 miles
  • 2016 – 31,823 miles
  • 2015 – 23,703 miles
  • 2014 – 18,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,697 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,697 miles (+1,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    84,697 miles
    Test number
    861545204397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass83,388 miles (+1,736)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    83,388 miles
    Test number
    313334564044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass81,652 miles (+4,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,652 miles
    Test number
    206189861672
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass77,517 miles (+6,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,517 miles
    Test number
    328069617516
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Pass71,085 miles (+41)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,085 miles
    Test number
    153858620158
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  6. Fail71,044 miles (+7,168)3 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,044 miles
    Test number
    610408844890
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass63,876 miles (+7,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,876 miles
    Test number
    957784227207
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass56,703 miles (+22)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,703 miles
    Test number
    229660075229
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted

  9. Fail56,681 miles (+5,705)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,681 miles
    Test number
    998056212633
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40/18 85Y run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted

  10. Pass50,976 miles (+5,808)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    50,976 miles
    Test number
    401312162514
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both wipers 'smeary'
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres getting low (worn to 4mm) 245/35x18 RUNFLAT
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass45,168 miles (+6,171)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,168 miles
    Test number
    354080966380
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components

  12. Pass38,997 miles (+7,174)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,997 miles
    Test number
    321440482239
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both slightly lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chipped (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chipped (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine cover fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass31,823 miles (+8,120)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,823 miles
    Test number
    340933682576
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chipped (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chipped (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing on inner tread
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine cover fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass23,703 miles (+5,428)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,703 miles
    Test number
    807571685179
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass18,275 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,275 miles
    Test number
    685031484159
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L15 AWA

Does L15 AWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 AWA is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 AWA?
The MOT on L15 AWA is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 AWA done?
L15 AWA was recorded at 84,697 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,518 miles a year.
Has L15 AWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 AWA has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L15 AWA 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 L15 AWA find?
L15 AWA passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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