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BMW 118

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

L21 HERMOT history

L21 HER is a silver petrol BMW 118 first used on 11 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 64,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
64,496 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 HER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 HER was last recorded at 64,496 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,496 miles · 15 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,496 miles
  • 2025 – 64,175 miles
  • 2024 – 63,875 miles
  • 2023 – 63,304 miles
  • 2022 – 62,467 miles
  • 2021 – 61,329 miles
  • 2020 – 59,937 miles
  • 2019 – 56,719 miles
  • 2018 – 54,343 miles
  • 2017 – 51,211 miles
  • 2016 – 45,776 miles
  • 2015 – 40,135 miles
  • 2014 – 33,012 miles
  • 2013 – 27,256 miles
  • 2012 – 22,422 miles
  • 2011 – 16,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,496 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s+n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Centre stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    64,496 miles
    Test number
    489477481017
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail64,496 miles (+321)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,496 miles
    Test number
    340074599016
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass64,175 miles (+300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    64,175 miles
    Test number
    457402620756
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass63,875 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    63,875 miles
    Test number
    125401356249
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s+n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail63,875 miles (+571)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,875 miles
    Test number
    160891677281
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail severely corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail serverely corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s+n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass63,304 miles (+837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,304 miles
    Test number
    519657963478
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass62,467 miles (+1,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,467 miles
    Test number
    123215023425
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,329 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,329 miles
    Test number
    307070836172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,937 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,937 miles
    Test number
    633803422773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,936 miles (+3,217)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,936 miles
    Test number
    529141309059
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass56,719 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,719 miles
    Test number
    798183640064
    • AdvisoryBonnet Covers & Under-Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail56,719 miles (+2,376)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,719 miles
    Test number
    658243869399
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet Covers & Under-Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass54,343 miles (+3,132)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,343 miles
    Test number
    379710573527
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass51,211 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,211 miles
    Test number
    408307985660
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working

  15. Fail51,211 miles (+5,435)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,211 miles
    Test number
    147567013844
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working

  16. Pass45,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,776 miles
    Test number
    326947058057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,776 miles (+5,641)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,776 miles
    Test number
    353169623493
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass40,135 miles (+7,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,135 miles
    Test number
    207522265108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass33,012 miles (+5,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,012 miles
    Test number
    246412164415
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass27,256 miles (+4,834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,256 miles
    Test number
    157925553158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass22,422 miles (+6,372)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,422 miles
    Test number
    647470162104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,050 miles
    Test number
    347963551157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 HER

Does L21 HER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 HER is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 HER?
The MOT on L21 HER is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 HER done?
L21 HER was recorded at 64,496 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 3,146 miles a year.
Has L21 HER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 HER has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 HER 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 HER find?
L21 HER passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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