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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L18 SDLMOT history

L18 SDL is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 13 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 153,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

L18 SDL black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
153,419 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
14,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 SDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 SDL was last recorded at 153,419 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 16,746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
136,673 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
16,746 miles
Average per year
14,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,419 miles
  • 2025 – 136,673 miles
  • 2024 – 120,064 miles
  • 2023 – 104,964 miles
  • 2022 – 86,801 miles
  • 2021 – 69,760 miles
  • 2020 – 54,301 miles
  • 2019 – 41,370 miles
  • 2018 – 28,797 miles
  • 2017 – 24,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,419 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    153,419 miles
    Test number
    408232135352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail153,419 miles (+16,746)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,419 miles
    Test number
    722761555169
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass136,673 miles (+16,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    136,673 miles
    Test number
    796606210331
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass120,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    120,064 miles
    Test number
    920371480367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail120,064 miles (+15,100)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,064 miles
    Test number
    145754624529
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass104,964 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    104,964 miles
    Test number
    836006486012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Fail104,964 miles (+18,163)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,964 miles
    Test number
    985610795743
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass86,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,801 miles
    Test number
    543367163299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,798 miles (+17,038)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,798 miles
    Test number
    714359215625
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  10. Pass69,760 miles (+15,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,760 miles
    Test number
    958280865984
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass54,301 miles (+12,931)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    54,301 miles
    Test number
    422340490312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,370 miles (+12,573)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,370 miles
    Test number
    259658584712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    717069916280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail28,797 miles (+3,938)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    776488232610
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass24,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    24,859 miles
    Test number
    888586836956
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre

  16. Fail24,859 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,859 miles
    Test number
    131243198578
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre

Questions about L18 SDL

Does L18 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 SDL is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 SDL?
The MOT on L18 SDL is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 SDL done?
L18 SDL was recorded at 153,419 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 14,139 miles a year.
Has L18 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 SDL has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 SDL 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 SDL find?
L18 SDL passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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