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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L27 SEAMOT history

L27 SEA is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 3 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 159,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
159,015 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 SEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 SEA was last recorded at 159,015 miles on 28 May 2026, 8,003 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,012 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,003 miles
Average per year
11,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,015 miles
  • 2025 – 151,012 miles
  • 2024 – 144,148 miles
  • 2023 – 132,863 miles
  • 2022 – 118,375 miles
  • 2021 – 105,177 miles
  • 2020 – 84,188 miles
  • 2018 – 70,179 miles
  • 2017 – 65,492 miles
  • 2016 – 53,339 miles
  • 2015 – 39,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,015 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,015 miles (+8,003)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    159,015 miles
    Test number
    773551491169
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass151,012 miles (+6,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    151,012 miles
    Test number
    144807173137
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass144,148 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    144,148 miles
    Test number
    475463590423
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp moisture
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail144,148 miles (+11,285)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,148 miles
    Test number
    640444293035
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp moisture
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass132,863 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    132,863 miles
    Test number
    273789490481
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail132,863 miles (+14,488)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,863 miles
    Test number
    855206531474
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,375 miles (+13,198)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    118,375 miles
    Test number
    146574975600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,177 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    105,177 miles
    Test number
    182008286436
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail105,177 miles (+20,989)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,177 miles
    Test number
    652901506503
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    84,188 miles
    Test number
    835557133084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail84,188 miles (+14,009)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,188 miles
    Test number
    605161440337
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass70,179 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,179 miles
    Test number
    298071834004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,165 miles (+4,673)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,165 miles
    Test number
    189667217678
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  14. Pass65,492 miles (+12,153)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,492 miles
    Test number
    648832425413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,339 miles (+13,415)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,339 miles
    Test number
    767468713926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,924 miles
    Test number
    705876225280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 SEA

Does L27 SEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 SEA is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 SEA?
The MOT on L27 SEA is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 SEA done?
L27 SEA was recorded at 159,015 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 11,040 miles a year.
Has L27 SEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 SEA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L27 SEA 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 SEA find?
L27 SEA passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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