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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L16 LYEMOT history

L16 LYE is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 28 Aug 2013. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 114,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,923 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 LYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Aug 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 LYE was last recorded at 114,923 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 4,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
109,993 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,930 miles
Average per year
11,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,923 miles
  • 2025 – 109,993 miles
  • 2024 – 105,441 miles
  • 2023 – 99,019 miles
  • 2022 – 85,396 miles
  • 2021 – 63,766 miles
  • 2019 – 34,811 miles
  • 2018 – 29,655 miles
  • 2017 – 20,218 miles
  • 2016 – 11,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,923 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm inner bushes slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive signs of oil leak on undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle has manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,923 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,923 miles
    Test number
    579862194333
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm inner bushes slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive signs of oil leak on undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

  2. Fail114,921 miles (+4,928)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,921 miles
    Test number
    601933233037
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm inner bushes slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive signs of oil leak on undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

  3. Pass109,993 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,993 miles
    Test number
    658403213246
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower front arm inner bushes slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive signs of oil leak on engine undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to vehicle

  4. Fail109,993 miles (+4,552)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,993 miles
    Test number
    596343449696
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower front arm inner bushes slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive signs of oil leak on engine undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to vehicle

  5. Pass105,441 miles (+6,422)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,441 miles
    Test number
    908100451912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,019 miles (+13,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,019 miles
    Test number
    324777455343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass85,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,396 miles
    Test number
    193664654365
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail85,396 miles (+21,630)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,396 miles
    Test number
    488523400718
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass63,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,766 miles
    Test number
    340336373189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,766 miles (+28,955)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,766 miles
    Test number
    542017586558
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass34,811 miles (+5,156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,811 miles
    Test number
    921819224420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass29,655 miles (+9,437)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    29,655 miles
    Test number
    394798676410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,218 miles (+8,370)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    20,218 miles
    Test number
    969091189523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass11,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    11,848 miles
    Test number
    313140280927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 LYE

Does L16 LYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 LYE is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 LYE?
The MOT on L16 LYE is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 LYE done?
L16 LYE was recorded at 114,923 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 11,205 miles a year.
Has L16 LYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 LYE has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 LYE 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 L16 LYE find?
L16 LYE passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm inner bushes slight cracking; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive signs of oil leak on undertrays, and 2 more.

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