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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L31 WYEMOT history

L31 WYE is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 30 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 205,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
205,056 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 WYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 WYE was last recorded at 205,056 miles on 13 May 2026, 7,514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,542 miles · 24 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,514 miles
Average per year
8,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,056 miles
  • 2025 – 197,542 miles
  • 2024 – 190,344 miles
  • 2023 – 185,424 miles
  • 2020 – 172,236 miles
  • 2019 – 155,984 miles
  • 2016 – 120,370 miles
  • 2010 – 77,004 miles
  • 2009 – 59,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,056 miles
  • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Flywheel noisey

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,056 miles (+7,514)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    205,056 miles
    Test number
    613401911079
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass197,542 miles (+7,198)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    197,542 miles
    Test number
    673607848160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass190,344 miles (+4,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    190,344 miles
    Test number
    863781190944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass185,424 miles (+13,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    185,424 miles
    Test number
    641646938520
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass172,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    172,236 miles
    Test number
    970609087563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail172,236 miles (+16,252)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,236 miles
    Test number
    566563490570
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass155,984 miles (+328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    155,984 miles
    Test number
    745610574704
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFlywheel noisey
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail155,656 miles (+35,286)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,656 miles
    Test number
    771888727607
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel flap insecure (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front headlamps no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFlywheel noisey
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass120,370 miles (+43,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,370 miles
    Test number
    786184403834
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass77,004 miles (+653)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    77,004 miles
    Test number
    353697940398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs slightly lipped

  11. Pass76,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    76,351 miles
    Test number
    754142490237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,351 miles (+17,179)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,351 miles
    Test number
    990702990263
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass59,172 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,172 miles
    Test number
    961012299230
    • NoteFront nearside tyre worn on the outside edge

  14. Fail59,171 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,171 miles
    Test number
    150522199202
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront nearside tyre worn on the outside edge

Questions about L31 WYE

Does L31 WYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 WYE is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 WYE?
The MOT on L31 WYE is valid until 23 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 WYE done?
L31 WYE was recorded at 205,056 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 8,807 miles a year.
Has L31 WYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 WYE has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on L31 WYE 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 WYE find?
L31 WYE passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly damaged; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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