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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L18 DREMOT history

L18 DRE is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 2 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2024
Mileage
127,525 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 DRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 DRE was last recorded at 127,525 miles on 7 Oct 2023, 8,427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,098 miles · 14 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
8,427 miles
Average per year
6,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,525 miles
  • 2022 – 119,098 miles
  • 2020 – 111,005 miles
  • 2019 – 100,300 miles
  • 2018 – 95,550 miles
  • 2017 – 88,868 miles
  • 2016 – 82,021 miles
  • 2015 – 73,129 miles
  • 2014 – 65,308 miles
  • 2013 – 57,709 miles
  • 2012 – 51,523 miles
  • 2011 – 45,492 miles
  • 2010 – 42,881 miles
  • 2009 – 38,337 miles
  • 2008 – 31,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,525 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,525 miles (+8,427)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,525 miles
    Test number
    994272053074
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  2. Pass119,098 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    119,098 miles
    Test number
    433252774779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail119,027 miles (+8,022)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,027 miles
    Test number
    975020383243
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryExcess travel on handbrake lever
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pads worn to excess
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and worn

  4. Pass111,005 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,005 miles
    Test number
    518807368398
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn to excess

  5. Fail111,005 miles (+10,705)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,005 miles
    Test number
    871018990692
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn to excess

  6. Pass100,300 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,300 miles
    Test number
    586054642208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,291 miles (+4,741)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,291 miles
    Test number
    652445762913
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass95,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    95,550 miles
    Test number
    334209368574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,550 miles (+6,682)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,550 miles
    Test number
    392551469026
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass88,868 miles (+6,847)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,868 miles
    Test number
    583920416329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,021 miles
    Test number
    970827737031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,021 miles (+8,892)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,021 miles
    Test number
    625956871313
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail73,129 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,129 miles
    Test number
    225131235178
    • Repaired at testRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass73,129 miles (+7,821)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,129 miles
    Test number
    598831135117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,308 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,308 miles
    Test number
    366060734160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail65,306 miles (+7,597)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,306 miles
    Test number
    495390734152
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass57,709 miles (+6,186)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,709 miles
    Test number
    557240633133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,523 miles (+6,031)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,523 miles
    Test number
    956742232141
    • NoteFront brake pads getting very low.........front discs showing signs of deterioration

  19. Pass45,492 miles (+2,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,492 miles
    Test number
    846331111158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass42,881 miles (+4,544)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,881 miles
    Test number
    960311230180
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

  21. Pass38,337 miles (+6,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,337 miles
    Test number
    261736229491
    • 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)

  22. Pass31,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,770 miles
    Test number
    264943938130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 DRE

Does L18 DRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 DRE expired on 6 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 DRE?
The MOT on L18 DRE expired on 6 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 DRE done?
L18 DRE was recorded at 127,525 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2023, an average of 6,217 miles a year.
Has L18 DRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 DRE has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L18 DRE 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 L18 DRE find?
L18 DRE passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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