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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,499 cc

L23 ALXMOT history

L23 ALX is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 27 Feb 2017. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 54,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
54,065 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 ALX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
27 Feb 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 ALX was last recorded at 54,065 miles on 18 Apr 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,034 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
6,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,065 miles
  • 2025 – 46,351 miles
  • 2024 – 39,023 miles
  • 2023 – 31,979 miles
  • 2021 – 24,217 miles
  • 2020 – 18,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,065 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of the car (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of the car (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

9 tests since 12 Feb 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,065 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    54,065 miles
    Test number
    657236047608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of the car (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of the car (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail54,034 miles (+7,683)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,034 miles
    Test number
    828553382237
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass46,351 miles (+7,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    46,351 miles
    Test number
    857011936619
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass39,023 miles (+7,044)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    39,023 miles
    Test number
    376024438094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass31,979 miles (+7,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    31,979 miles
    Test number
    207853633744
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass24,217 miles (+5,686)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    24,217 miles
    Test number
    867974614387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Pass18,531 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    18,531 miles
    Test number
    330537551064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail18,529 miles (+2,486)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,529 miles
    Test number
    318623942868
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass16,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    16,043 miles
    Test number
    440263636268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L23 ALX

Does L23 ALX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 ALX is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 ALX?
The MOT on L23 ALX is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 ALX done?
L23 ALX was recorded at 54,065 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2026, an average of 6,153 miles a year.
Has L23 ALX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 ALX has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 ALX 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 L23 ALX find?
L23 ALX passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of the car; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of the car.

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