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BMW 318

Grey · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L26 JCAMOT history

L26 JCA is a grey diesel BMW 318 first used on 4 Apr 2017. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 113,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
113,169 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 JCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
318
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
4 Apr 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 JCA was last recorded at 113,169 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 6,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
106,773 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,396 miles
Average per year
8,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,169 miles
  • 2025 – 106,773 miles
  • 2024 – 99,480 miles
  • 2023 – 92,612 miles
  • 2022 – 82,882 miles
  • 2021 – 73,540 miles
  • 2020 – 61,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,169 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 225/50/17 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 225/50/17 runflat (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 16 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,169 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    113,169 miles
    Test number
    845131511346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 225/50/17 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 225/50/17 runflat (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail113,169 miles (+6,396)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,169 miles
    Test number
    960375019729
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 225/50/17 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 225/50/17 runflat (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass106,773 miles (+7,293)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,773 miles
    Test number
    758112719106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass99,480 miles (+6,868)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,480 miles
    Test number
    740113514097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,612 miles (+9,730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    92,612 miles
    Test number
    923046698959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass82,882 miles (+9,342)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,882 miles
    Test number
    850762939940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,540 miles (+12,275)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    637979892741
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass61,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    61,265 miles
    Test number
    564592588934
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L26 JCA

Does L26 JCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 JCA is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 JCA?
The MOT on L26 JCA is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 JCA done?
L26 JCA was recorded at 113,169 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 8,645 miles a year.
Has L26 JCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 JCA has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 JCA 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 L26 JCA find?
L26 JCA passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 225/50/17 runflat; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 225/50/17 runflat.

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