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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

L15 FOWMOT history

L15 FOW is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 8 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 26 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 169,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Dec 2025
Mileage
169,107 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 FOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 FOW was last recorded at 169,107 miles on 16 Dec 2024, 4,907 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Aug 2018: 10,096 miles, lower than 93,762 miles on 6 Sept 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
164,200 miles · 19 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4,907 miles
Average per year
8,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 169,107 miles
  • 2023 – 164,200 miles
  • 2022 – 158,991 miles
  • 2021 – 144,561 miles
  • 2020 – 129,869 miles
  • 2019 – 113,981 miles
  • 2018 – 10,096 miles
  • 2017 – 93,762 miles
  • 2016 – 87,050 miles
  • 2014 – 82,240 miles
  • 2013 – 74,571 miles
  • 2012 – 67,329 miles
  • 2011 – 59,897 miles
  • 2010 – 50,839 miles
  • 2009 – 40,645 miles
  • 2008 – 30,181 miles
  • 2007 – 17,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,107 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Headlamp switch broken but working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,107 miles (+4,907)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    169,107 miles
    Test number
    321415031341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass164,200 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    164,200 miles
    Test number
    984000756665
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp switch broken but working

  3. Fail164,178 miles (+5,187)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,178 miles
    Test number
    696690525567
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp switch broken but working

  4. Pass158,991 miles (+131)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    158,991 miles
    Test number
    300494998594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake 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))

  5. Fail158,860 miles (+14,299)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,860 miles
    Test number
    834271027837
    • DangerousRear Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering lock inadvertently engaging (7.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass144,561 miles (+138)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    144,561 miles
    Test number
    172252582239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail144,423 miles (+14,554)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,423 miles
    Test number
    227274597986
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass129,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    129,869 miles
    Test number
    160110451456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,869 miles (+15,888)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,869 miles
    Test number
    644281227901
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass113,981 miles (+103,885)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,981 miles
    Test number
    473210778849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass10,096 miles (-83,666)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    10,096 miles
    Test number
    132698773345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,762 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    93,762 miles
    Test number
    283862671115
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes rusty slight play rear upper arm bushes

  13. Fail93,762 miles (+6,712)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,762 miles
    Test number
    745692922361
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes rusty slight play rear upper arm bushes

  14. Pass87,050 miles (+4,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,050 miles
    Test number
    175883471770
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear both 205-55-16 tyres worn out on edge

  15. Pass82,240 miles (+193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,240 miles
    Test number
    609552374261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail82,047 miles (+7,476)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,047 miles
    Test number
    318892164284
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass74,571 miles (+7,242)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    74,571 miles
    Test number
    587472063257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,329 miles (+7,432)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,329 miles
    Test number
    879446282222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,897 miles (+9,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,897 miles
    Test number
    469805281270
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  20. Pass50,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    50,839 miles
    Test number
    311982590446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,839 miles (+10,194)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,839 miles
    Test number
    314899280480
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass40,645 miles (+10,464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,645 miles
    Test number
    782696589257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  23. Pass30,181 miles (+12,917)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,181 miles
    Test number
    720101488252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    17,264 miles
    Test number
    312093067467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 FOW

Does L15 FOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L15 FOW expired on 26 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L15 FOW?
The MOT on L15 FOW expired on 26 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L15 FOW done?
L15 FOW was recorded at 169,107 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2024, an average of 8,807 miles a year.
Has L15 FOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 FOW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L15 FOW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L15 FOW find?
L15 FOW passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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