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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L18 LSCMOT history

L18 LSC is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 28 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 165,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
165,764 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 LSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 LSC was last recorded at 165,764 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,907 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,857 miles
Average per year
4,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,764 miles
  • 2025 – 162,907 miles
  • 2024 – 160,025 miles
  • 2023 – 159,990 miles
  • 2022 – 155,828 miles
  • 2021 – 150,917 miles
  • 2020 – 148,404 miles
  • 2019 – 143,072 miles
  • 2016 – 130,075 miles
  • 2015 – 119,553 miles
  • 2014 – 105,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,764 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres just starting to wear on inner edges (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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,764 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    165,764 miles
    Test number
    552641393895
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres just starting to wear on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail165,761 miles (+2,854)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,761 miles
    Test number
    583283428177
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres just starting to wear on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass162,907 miles (+2,882)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    162,907 miles
    Test number
    338963907417
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass160,025 miles (+35)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    160,025 miles
    Test number
    334906784648
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail159,990 miles (+4,162)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,990 miles
    Test number
    821393611091
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass155,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    155,828 miles
    Test number
    856724326812
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail155,828 miles (+4,911)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,828 miles
    Test number
    342780150130
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass150,917 miles (+2,513)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    150,917 miles
    Test number
    443524356363
    • MinorFront Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass148,404 miles (+5,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    148,404 miles
    Test number
    428401704037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass143,072 miles (+12,997)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    143,072 miles
    Test number
    996919560448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass130,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    130,075 miles
    Test number
    758310721640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,075 miles (+10,522)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,075 miles
    Test number
    578367361114
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass119,553 miles (+14,397)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,553 miles
    Test number
    488777085103
    • NoteEmissions to low to register

  14. Pass105,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,156 miles
    Test number
    875391894040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,151 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,151 miles
    Test number
    269271394096
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Questions about L18 LSC

Does L18 LSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 LSC is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 LSC?
The MOT on L18 LSC is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 LSC done?
L18 LSC was recorded at 165,764 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,857 miles a year.
Has L18 LSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 LSC has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 LSC 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 LSC find?
L18 LSC passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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