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BMW 218

Grey · Petrol · 2018 · 1,499 cc

L1 LBVMOT history

L1 LBV is a grey petrol BMW 218 first used on 29 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 50,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
50,489 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 LBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
218
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
29 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 LBV was last recorded at 50,489 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 3,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,291 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,198 miles
Average per year
5,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,489 miles
  • 2025 – 47,291 miles
  • 2024 – 41,726 miles
  • 2023 – 34,004 miles
  • 2022 – 28,765 miles
  • 2021 – 23,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,489 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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 4 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    50,489 miles
    Test number
    723026357201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail50,486 miles (+3,195)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    387697169802
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass47,291 miles (+5,565)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,291 miles
    Test number
    680214175347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,726 miles (+7,722)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    41,726 miles
    Test number
    357136942556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass34,004 miles (+5,239)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    34,004 miles
    Test number
    343313303357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS LIGHT ON

  6. Pass28,765 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    28,765 miles
    Test number
    844702666171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail28,682 miles (+4,843)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,682 miles
    Test number
    352468996730
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass23,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    23,839 miles
    Test number
    321280977218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail23,839 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,839 miles
    Test number
    796055381536
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on

Questions about L1 LBV

Does L1 LBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 LBV is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 LBV?
The MOT on L1 LBV is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 LBV done?
L1 LBV was recorded at 50,489 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 5,296 miles a year.
Has L1 LBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 LBV has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 LBV 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 L1 LBV find?
L1 LBV passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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