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BMW 118

Blue · Petrol · 2010 · 1,995 cc

L27 NSWMOT history

L27 NSW is a blue petrol BMW 118 first used on 28 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 50,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
50,222 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 NSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 NSW was last recorded at 50,222 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,213 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,222 miles
  • 2025 – 46,951 miles
  • 2024 – 41,283 miles
  • 2023 – 39,102 miles
  • 2022 – 36,996 miles
  • 2021 – 34,649 miles
  • 2020 – 33,092 miles
  • 2019 – 31,730 miles
  • 2018 – 28,332 miles
  • 2017 – 25,299 miles
  • 2016 – 22,624 miles
  • 2015 – 17,230 miles
  • 2014 – 14,176 miles
  • 2013 – 10,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,222 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,222 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    50,222 miles
    Test number
    846644655794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail50,213 miles (+3,262)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,213 miles
    Test number
    849254152189
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges ABS wire (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass46,951 miles (+5,668)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    46,951 miles
    Test number
    929514054757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,283 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    41,283 miles
    Test number
    805729842342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail41,282 miles (+2,180)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,282 miles
    Test number
    503237521046
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass39,102 miles (+2,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    39,102 miles
    Test number
    913272881014
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered!
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass36,996 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    36,996 miles
    Test number
    732938604835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail36,990 miles (+2,341)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,990 miles
    Test number
    125750164212
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  9. Pass34,649 miles (+1,557)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    34,649 miles
    Test number
    268206224943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass33,092 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    33,092 miles
    Test number
    883463246723
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Fail33,092 miles (+1,362)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,092 miles
    Test number
    274896832685
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass31,730 miles (+3,398)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    31,730 miles
    Test number
    173157302612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,332 miles (+3,033)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    28,332 miles
    Test number
    231362286236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,299 miles (+2,675)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    25,299 miles
    Test number
    842120032040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,624 miles (+5,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    22,624 miles
    Test number
    969025074712
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged both front (4.1.D.1e)
  16. Pass17,230 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    17,230 miles
    Test number
    321448637464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,176 miles (+3,179)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    14,176 miles
    Test number
    609223264220
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass10,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    10,997 miles
    Test number
    625556953288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 NSW

Does L27 NSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 NSW is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 NSW?
The MOT on L27 NSW is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 NSW done?
L27 NSW was recorded at 50,222 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 3,037 miles a year.
Has L27 NSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 NSW has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L27 NSW 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 L27 NSW find?
L27 NSW passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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