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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L4 XGLMOT history

L4 XGL is a black diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 19 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 76,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

L4 XGL black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,520 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 XGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
19 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 XGL was last recorded at 76,520 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 5,755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,765 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,755 miles
Average per year
5,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,520 miles
  • 2025 – 70,765 miles
  • 2024 – 64,683 miles
  • 2023 – 59,924 miles
  • 2022 – 53,230 miles
  • 2021 – 48,721 miles
  • 2020 – 43,206 miles
  • 2019 – 40,702 miles
  • 2018 – 36,810 miles
  • 2017 – 31,132 miles
  • 2016 – 24,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,520 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 26 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,520 miles (+5,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,520 miles
    Test number
    731063969392
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass70,765 miles (+6,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,765 miles
    Test number
    458635534261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass64,683 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    64,683 miles
    Test number
    820063854772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass59,924 miles (+6,694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    59,924 miles
    Test number
    617190807304
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
  5. Pass53,230 miles (+4,509)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,230 miles
    Test number
    814743311637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,721 miles (+5,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    673485113903
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracks in coupling (Slight) (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  7. Pass43,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    43,206 miles
    Test number
    160217180392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail43,206 miles (+2,504)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,206 miles
    Test number
    910038922260
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass40,702 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    40,702 miles
    Test number
    976846383349
    • 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))
  10. Fail40,702 miles (+3,892)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,702 miles
    Test number
    246424423849
    • DangerousCentral Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
  11. Pass36,810 miles (+5,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    36,810 miles
    Test number
    457019625122
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  12. Pass31,132 miles (+6,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    31,132 miles
    Test number
    465779995481
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  13. Pass24,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    24,352 miles
    Test number
    615027230699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 XGL

Does L4 XGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 XGL is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 XGL?
The MOT on L4 XGL is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 XGL done?
L4 XGL was recorded at 76,520 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 5,274 miles a year.
Has L4 XGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 XGL has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2020.
Has the mileage on L4 XGL 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 L4 XGL find?
L4 XGL passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn.

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