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BMW 430

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,993 cc

L18 TLWMOT history

L18 TLW is a black diesel BMW 430 first used on 29 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 62,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
62,949 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 TLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
430
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
29 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 TLW was last recorded at 62,949 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,592 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
357 miles
Average per year
7,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,949 miles
  • 2025 – 55,658 miles
  • 2024 – 45,336 miles
  • 2023 – 38,894 miles
  • 2022 – 33,322 miles
  • 2021 – 26,252 miles
  • 2020 – 21,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,949 miles
  • AdvisoryFront washers weak

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 Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 14 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,949 miles (+357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    62,949 miles
    Test number
    303257352138
    • AdvisoryFront washers weak
  2. Fail62,592 miles (+6,934)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,592 miles
    Test number
    866616829682
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BRAKE CONTROL (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass55,658 miles (+10,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    55,658 miles
    Test number
    233535910762
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 255/35/19 run flat
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass45,336 miles (+6,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    45,336 miles
    Test number
    473504635917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass38,894 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    38,894 miles
    Test number
    652894140588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail38,875 miles (+5,553)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,875 miles
    Test number
    533693104787
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass33,322 miles (+7,070)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    33,322 miles
    Test number
    754727837213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,252 miles (+5,178)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    26,252 miles
    Test number
    324490641568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    21,074 miles
    Test number
    859049432884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 TLW

Does L18 TLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 TLW is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 TLW?
The MOT on L18 TLW is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 TLW done?
L18 TLW was recorded at 62,949 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 7,505 miles a year.
Has L18 TLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 TLW has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 TLW 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 TLW find?
L18 TLW passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front washers weak.

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