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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L1 VBHMOT history

L1 VBH is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 31 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 105,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L1 VBH white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,004 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 VBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 VBH was last recorded at 105,004 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,988 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
7,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,004 miles
  • 2025 – 94,892 miles
  • 2024 – 85,482 miles
  • 2023 – 79,055 miles
  • 2022 – 69,125 miles
  • 2021 – 60,117 miles
  • 2020 – 56,603 miles
  • 2018 – 51,231 miles
  • 2017 – 44,954 miles
  • 2016 – 37,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,004 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 5 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,004 miles (+16)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,004 miles
    Test number
    719679257663
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail104,988 miles (+10,096)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,988 miles
    Test number
    394910379207
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass94,892 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,892 miles
    Test number
    137112163683
    • 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))

  4. Fail94,882 miles (+9,400)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,882 miles
    Test number
    883574934854
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb clip missing (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass85,482 miles (+6,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,482 miles
    Test number
    984351802220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass79,055 miles (+9,930)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,055 miles
    Test number
    773558984116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,125 miles
    Test number
    567101067272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,125 miles (+9,008)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,125 miles
    Test number
    151860023974
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass60,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    60,117 miles
    Test number
    828187423261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,115 miles (+3,512)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,115 miles
    Test number
    984566587084
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass56,603 miles (+5,372)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    56,603 miles
    Test number
    946722362786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,231 miles (+6,277)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,231 miles
    Test number
    782707925944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,954 miles (+7,531)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    44,954 miles
    Test number
    585942561601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,423 miles
    Test number
    425795044893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 VBH

Does L1 VBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 VBH is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 VBH?
The MOT on L1 VBH is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 VBH done?
L1 VBH was recorded at 105,004 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 7,142 miles a year.
Has L1 VBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 VBH has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 VBH 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 VBH find?
L1 VBH passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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