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BMW X1

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L31 LEAMOT history

L31 LEA is a black diesel BMW X1 first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 101,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

L31 LEA black BMW X1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X1, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
101,811 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 LEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X1
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 LEA was last recorded at 101,811 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 11,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
90,608 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11,203 miles
Average per year
7,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,811 miles
  • 2025 – 90,608 miles
  • 2024 – 78,021 miles
  • 2023 – 66,593 miles
  • 2022 – 57,416 miles
  • 2021 – 48,963 miles
  • 2020 – 42,366 miles
  • 2019 – 40,078 miles
  • 2018 – 35,360 miles
  • 2017 – 30,936 miles
  • 2016 – 25,093 miles
  • 2015 – 21,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,811 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn at edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded/ plastic swollen (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both casings corroded/swollen (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnable to inspect brake pipes and fuel pipes etc due to underfloor covering

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,811 miles (+11,203)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    101,811 miles
    Test number
    808182301087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn at edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded/ plastic swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both casings corroded/swollen (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect brake pipes and fuel pipes etc due to underfloor covering
  2. Pass90,608 miles (+12,587)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,608 miles
    Test number
    921489838451
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear where visable (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shockers corroded/swollen
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect a all underfloor brake pipes and fuel pipes etc due to floor covering
  3. Pass78,021 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    78,021 miles
    Test number
    786598451010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both bodies swollen/corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail78,021 miles (+11,428)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,021 miles
    Test number
    353484626359
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both bodies swollen/corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass66,593 miles (+9,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,593 miles
    Test number
    475898703140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass57,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,416 miles
    Test number
    850423486958
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail57,416 miles (+8,453)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,416 miles
    Test number
    524708348609
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass48,963 miles (+6,597)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    48,963 miles
    Test number
    720531055745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,366 miles (+2,288)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,366 miles
    Test number
    949488686479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,078 miles (+4,718)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,078 miles
    Test number
    741642513029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,360 miles (+4,424)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    35,360 miles
    Test number
    438140090461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,936 miles (+5,843)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    30,936 miles
    Test number
    155438029852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,093 miles (+3,841)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    25,093 miles
    Test number
    284298659959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    21,252 miles
    Test number
    860456137961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 LEA

Does L31 LEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 LEA is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 LEA?
The MOT on L31 LEA is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 LEA done?
L31 LEA was recorded at 101,811 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 7,294 miles a year.
Has L31 LEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 LEA has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 LEA 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 L31 LEA find?
L31 LEA passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded/scored; front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn at edge; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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