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BMW 1 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L21 DWTMOT history

L21 DWT is a black diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 26 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 93,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

L21 DWT black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
93,923 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 DWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 DWT was last recorded at 93,923 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,917 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,923 miles
  • 2025 – 89,527 miles
  • 2024 – 84,267 miles
  • 2023 – 78,542 miles
  • 2022 – 72,675 miles
  • 2021 – 66,706 miles
  • 2020 – 60,873 miles
  • 2019 – 54,137 miles
  • 2018 – 44,763 miles
  • 2017 – 35,354 miles
  • 2016 – 28,557 miles
  • 2015 – 20,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,923 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,923 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    93,923 miles
    Test number
    485382293413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail93,917 miles (+4,390)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,917 miles
    Test number
    658278210313
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working LED unit in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass89,527 miles (+5,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,527 miles
    Test number
    735179868239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod has slight play
  4. Pass84,267 miles (+5,725)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,267 miles
    Test number
    194545324445
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Fitted With Covers/Trays, Unable To See Certain Testable Items
  5. Pass78,542 miles (+5,867)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    78,542 miles
    Test number
    448348579875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,675 miles (+5,969)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    72,675 miles
    Test number
    680599283222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,706 miles (+5,833)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    66,706 miles
    Test number
    198258565920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,873 miles (+6,736)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,873 miles
    Test number
    852985304402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,137 miles (+9,374)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,137 miles
    Test number
    552749936114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass44,763 miles (+9,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    44,763 miles
    Test number
    425023635309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass35,354 miles (+6,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    35,354 miles
    Test number
    801371116123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass28,557 miles (+7,785)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    28,557 miles
    Test number
    842864005353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    20,772 miles
    Test number
    223939487269
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about L21 DWT

Does L21 DWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 DWT is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 DWT?
The MOT on L21 DWT is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 DWT done?
L21 DWT was recorded at 93,923 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 6,756 miles a year.
Has L21 DWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 DWT has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 DWT 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 L21 DWT find?
L21 DWT passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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