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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L20 JKNMOT history

L20 JKN is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 4 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 97,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,999 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 JKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
4 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 JKN was last recorded at 97,999 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 14,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,676 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
14,323 miles
Average per year
9,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,999 miles
  • 2025 – 83,676 miles
  • 2024 – 74,265 miles
  • 2023 – 65,956 miles
  • 2022 – 56,620 miles
  • 2021 – 47,756 miles
  • 2019 – 34,850 miles
  • 2018 – 32,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,999 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 4 Dec 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,999 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,999 miles
    Test number
    591199672500
    • 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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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. Fail97,998 miles (+14,322)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,998 miles
    Test number
    744083734163
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))

  3. Pass83,676 miles (+9,411)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,676 miles
    Test number
    513797293031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass74,265 miles (+8,309)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,265 miles
    Test number
    904826062193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,956 miles (+9,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,956 miles
    Test number
    557607892225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass56,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    56,620 miles
    Test number
    577597951487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail56,620 miles (+8,864)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,620 miles
    Test number
    475933072776
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  8. Pass47,756 miles (+12,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    47,756 miles
    Test number
    631028425258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass34,850 miles (+2,280)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,850 miles
    Test number
    619848517465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,570 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    32,570 miles
    Test number
    534776408457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

Questions about L20 JKN

Does L20 JKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 JKN is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 JKN?
The MOT on L20 JKN is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 JKN done?
L20 JKN was recorded at 97,999 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 9,202 miles a year.
Has L20 JKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 JKN has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 JKN 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 L20 JKN find?
L20 JKN passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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