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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L20 LFLMOT history

L20 LFL is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 17 Jan 2015. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 123,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
123,722 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 LFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
17 Jan 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 LFL was last recorded at 123,722 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,720 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
10,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,722 miles
  • 2025 – 107,045 miles
  • 2024 – 93,043 miles
  • 2023 – 77,821 miles
  • 2022 – 63,789 miles
  • 2021 – 48,488 miles
  • 2020 – 41,730 miles
  • 2019 – 35,062 miles
  • 2018 – 30,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,722 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 Jan 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,722 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    123,722 miles
    Test number
    518708243284
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))

  2. Fail123,720 miles (+16,675)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,720 miles
    Test number
    573599316460
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))

  3. Pass107,045 miles (+14,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    107,045 miles
    Test number
    104665493587
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    93,043 miles
    Test number
    607641501619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,043 miles (+15,222)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,043 miles
    Test number
    749159199312
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cut to cords 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass77,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    77,821 miles
    Test number
    942834259435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail77,821 miles (+14,032)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,821 miles
    Test number
    858253504800
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass63,789 miles (+15,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    63,789 miles
    Test number
    275693989057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass48,488 miles (+3,066)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,488 miles
    Test number
    689828584109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,422 miles (+3,692)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    45,422 miles
    Test number
    910379242863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,730 miles (+6,668)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,730 miles
    Test number
    390445738692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,062 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    35,062 miles
    Test number
    879615574288
    • AdvisoryFull length under trays fitted

  13. Fail35,062 miles (+4,912)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,062 miles
    Test number
    713190115985
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull length under trays fitted

  14. Pass30,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    30,150 miles
    Test number
    805139302647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 LFL

Does L20 LFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 LFL is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 LFL?
The MOT on L20 LFL is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 LFL done?
L20 LFL was recorded at 123,722 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 10,940 miles a year.
Has L20 LFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 LFL has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 LFL 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 LFL find?
L20 LFL passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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