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BMW 540

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 3,982 cc

L48 ENCMOT history

L48 ENC is a red petrol BMW 540 first used on 11 Oct 1993. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2025
Mileage
115,459 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L48 ENC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,982 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
11 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L48 ENC was last recorded at 115,459 miles on 10 Apr 2024, 548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,911 miles · 2 May 2023
Between the last two tests
548 miles
Average per year
2,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,459 miles
  • 2023 – 114,911 miles
  • 2020 – 114,854 miles
  • 2019 – 113,944 miles
  • 2018 – 112,332 miles
  • 2017 – 110,549 miles
  • 2016 – 104,069 miles
  • 2015 – 99,359 miles
  • 2014 – 95,144 miles
  • 2012 – 92,978 miles
  • 2010 – 91,268 miles
  • 2009 – 90,034 miles
  • 2008 – 88,235 miles
  • 2007 – 85,267 miles
  • 2006 – 81,061 miles
  • 2005 – 76,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,459 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel pipes corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2017

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,459 miles (+548)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    115,459 miles
    Test number
    727996314343
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  2. Pass114,911 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,911 miles
    Test number
    563234882096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,854 miles
    Test number
    149653925459
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail114,854 miles (+910)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,854 miles
    Test number
    646910507206
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,944 miles (+1,612)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,944 miles
    Test number
    517715363406
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass112,332 miles (+1,783)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,332 miles
    Test number
    695873843436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust brackets deteriorated

  7. Pass110,549 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    110,549 miles
    Test number
    303367527895
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail110,549 miles (+6,480)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,549 miles
    Test number
    443784922500
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill has a hole and corrosion outside a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass104,069 miles (+4,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    104,069 miles
    Test number
    397166235260
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended cross member (2.4.F.3)

  10. Pass99,359 miles (+4,215)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    99,359 miles
    Test number
    939128165086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,144 miles (+9)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    95,144 miles
    Test number
    527069574034
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail95,135 miles (+6)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,135 miles
    Test number
    198245864030
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail95,129 miles (+2,151)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,129 miles
    Test number
    399493644032
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail92,978 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,978 miles
    Test number
    178612912140
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront of near side sill corroded

  15. Pass92,978 miles (+1,710)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,978 miles
    Test number
    569512612164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront of near side sill corroded

  16. Pass91,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    91,268 miles
    Test number
    392746750470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail91,268 miles (+1,234)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,268 miles
    Test number
    331917640260
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass90,034 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    90,034 miles
    Test number
    194194069210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail90,033 miles (+1,798)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,033 miles
    Test number
    774951169243
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass88,235 miles (+2,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    88,235 miles
    Test number
    512002358226
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass85,267 miles (+4,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    85,267 miles
    Test number
    592759927210
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass81,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    81,061 miles
    Test number
    393982246400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,061 miles (+4,555)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,061 miles
    Test number
    764442246267
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass76,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    76,506 miles
    Test number
    453093745277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L48 ENC

Does L48 ENC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L48 ENC expired on 1 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L48 ENC?
The MOT on L48 ENC expired on 1 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L48 ENC done?
L48 ENC was recorded at 115,459 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2024, an average of 2,093 miles a year.
Has L48 ENC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L48 ENC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on L48 ENC 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 L48 ENC find?
L48 ENC passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2024 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, and 3 more.

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