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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

L40 MTYMOT history

L40 MTY is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 107,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2024.

L40 MTY black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2025
Mileage
107,362 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 MTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 MTY was last recorded at 107,362 miles on 29 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,362 miles · 28 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,362 miles
  • 2023 – 99,207 miles
  • 2022 – 91,882 miles
  • 2021 – 83,259 miles
  • 2020 – 75,089 miles
  • 2019 – 67,308 miles
  • 2018 – 65,135 miles
  • 2017 – 62,037 miles
  • 2016 – 59,940 miles
  • 2015 – 56,382 miles
  • 2014 – 53,208 miles
  • 2013 – 45,544 miles
  • 2012 – 31,482 miles
  • 2011 – 25,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,362 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,362 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    107,362 miles
    Test number
    775740911612
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail107,362 miles (+8,155)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,362 miles
    Test number
    319037345027
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    99,207 miles
    Test number
    491536721158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail99,206 miles (+7,324)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,206 miles
    Test number
    388654391832
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass91,882 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    91,882 miles
    Test number
    213877109305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail91,873 miles (+8,614)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,873 miles
    Test number
    314250721049
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer 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 Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,259 miles (+8,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,259 miles
    Test number
    774267635003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass75,089 miles (+7,781)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,089 miles
    Test number
    667523056912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,308 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,308 miles
    Test number
    477955305533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,135 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,135 miles
    Test number
    604433123666
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail65,135 miles (+3,098)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,135 miles
    Test number
    921267976838
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases @ flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass62,037 miles (+2,097)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,037 miles
    Test number
    582777332185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,940 miles (+3,558)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,940 miles
    Test number
    781671967026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,382 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    56,382 miles
    Test number
    461260932298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,208 miles
    Test number
    995086914348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,208 miles (+7,664)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,208 miles
    Test number
    649976414325
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass45,544 miles (+7,898)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,544 miles
    Test number
    256475113358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,646 miles (+6,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,646 miles
    Test number
    108587463071
    • 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)

  19. Pass31,482 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,482 miles
    Test number
    585695572051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,394 miles
    Test number
    195205271020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 MTY

Does L40 MTY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 MTY expired on 23 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 MTY?
The MOT on L40 MTY expired on 23 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 MTY done?
L40 MTY was recorded at 107,362 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2024, an average of 6,091 miles a year.
Has L40 MTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 MTY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 MTY 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 L40 MTY find?
L40 MTY passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides.

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