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BMW 116

White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,496 cc

L18 NOTMOT history

L18 NOT is a white diesel BMW 116 first used on 11 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 76,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

L18 NOT white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
76,975 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 NOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
11 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 NOT was last recorded at 76,975 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,594 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
381 miles
Average per year
7,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,975 miles
  • 2025 – 72,439 miles
  • 2024 – 65,426 miles
  • 2023 – 54,349 miles
  • 2022 – 42,797 miles
  • 2021 – 36,465 miles
  • 2020 – 30,982 miles
  • 2019 – 25,628 miles
  • 2018 – 19,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,975 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 23 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,975 miles (+381)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    76,975 miles
    Test number
    787593871968
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail76,594 miles (+4,155)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,594 miles
    Test number
    963117015993
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass72,439 miles (+7,013)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,439 miles
    Test number
    144966787923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass65,426 miles (+313)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    65,426 miles
    Test number
    992901683355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail65,113 miles (+10,764)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,113 miles
    Test number
    974904286430
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass54,349 miles (+11,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    54,349 miles
    Test number
    284791754810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward Control Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward Control Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass42,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    42,797 miles
    Test number
    488132374998
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Differential oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail42,797 miles (+6,332)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,797 miles
    Test number
    835932196118
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Differential oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass36,465 miles (+5,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    36,465 miles
    Test number
    147255245490
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass30,982 miles (+5,354)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    30,982 miles
    Test number
    709171873878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,628 miles (+6,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    25,628 miles
    Test number
    270431909481
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and perished (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass19,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    19,124 miles
    Test number
    666234808810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 NOT

Does L18 NOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 NOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 NOT?
The MOT on L18 NOT is valid until 11 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 NOT done?
L18 NOT was recorded at 76,975 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 7,192 miles a year.
Has L18 NOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 NOT has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 NOT 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 NOT find?
L18 NOT passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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