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BMW 218

Blue · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L40 SJYMOT history

L40 SJY is a blue diesel BMW 218 first used on 30 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 84,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
84,928 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 SJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
218
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 SJY was last recorded at 84,928 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 12,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,271 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,657 miles
Average per year
11,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,928 miles
  • 2025 – 72,271 miles
  • 2024 – 60,124 miles
  • 2023 – 46,668 miles
  • 2022 – 33,721 miles
  • 2021 – 18,768 miles
  • 2020 – 17,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,928 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 12 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    84,928 miles
    Test number
    692689310619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,928 miles (+12,657)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,928 miles
    Test number
    995072484053
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass72,271 miles (+12,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    72,271 miles
    Test number
    313139078047
    • 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))

  4. Pass60,124 miles (+13,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    60,124 miles
    Test number
    776201899434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  5. Pass46,668 miles (+12,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    46,668 miles
    Test number
    656305709454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight Cracking to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight Cracking to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass33,721 miles (+14,953)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    33,721 miles
    Test number
    946168685847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass18,768 miles (+1,687)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    18,768 miles
    Test number
    740268079584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass17,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    17,081 miles
    Test number
    796128870949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 SJY

Does L40 SJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 SJY is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 SJY?
The MOT on L40 SJY is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 SJY done?
L40 SJY was recorded at 84,928 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 11,591 miles a year.
Has L40 SJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 SJY has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 SJY 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 SJY find?
L40 SJY passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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