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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

L3 TNLMOT history

L3 TNL is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 5 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,755 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 TNL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 TNL was last recorded at 126,755 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 2,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2023: 120,857 miles, lower than 120,859 miles on 22 Nov 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
123,891 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,864 miles
Average per year
8,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,755 miles
  • 2024 – 123,891 miles
  • 2023 – 120,857 miles
  • 2022 – 115,814 miles
  • 2021 – 99,837 miles
  • 2020 – 87,806 miles
  • 2019 – 72,236 miles
  • 2018 – 69,207 miles
  • 2017 – 59,387 miles
  • 2016 – 49,064 miles
  • 2015 – 39,164 miles
  • 2014 – 31,194 miles
  • 2013 – 25,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,755 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,755 miles (+2,864)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,755 miles
    Test number
    300868119035
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass123,891 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,891 miles
    Test number
    688883731932
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Fail123,891 miles (+3,034)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,891 miles
    Test number
    132608363130
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested as exhaust too low to the ground (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure flexi broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass120,857 miles (-2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,857 miles
    Test number
    541892430444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail120,859 miles (+5,045)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,859 miles
    Test number
    353311005825
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass115,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    115,814 miles
    Test number
    343701687061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,814 miles (+15,977)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,814 miles
    Test number
    912897796473
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass99,837 miles (+12,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,837 miles
    Test number
    662313664065
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flex (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass87,806 miles (+325)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,806 miles
    Test number
    693535222780
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail87,481 miles (+15,245)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,481 miles
    Test number
    904548160959
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides, Kick to the right. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,236 miles (+3,029)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,236 miles
    Test number
    478501792128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    69,207 miles
    Test number
    663285886556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,204 miles (+9,817)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,204 miles
    Test number
    316402287355
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass59,387 miles (+10,323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    59,387 miles
    Test number
    318263299645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front on edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass49,064 miles (+9,900)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    49,064 miles
    Test number
    656700790280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,164 miles (+7,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    39,164 miles
    Test number
    822184430851
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass31,194 miles (+5,989)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    31,194 miles
    Test number
    236182304379
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass25,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    25,205 miles
    Test number
    165096603309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,205 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,205 miles
    Test number
    469896103318
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Questions about L3 TNL

Does L3 TNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 TNL is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L3 TNL?
The MOT on L3 TNL is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 TNL done?
L3 TNL was recorded at 126,755 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 8,365 miles a year.
Has L3 TNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 TNL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 TNL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L3 TNL find?
L3 TNL passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner rose joint.

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