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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L55 EECMOT history

L55 EEC is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 16 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 130,714 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2023
Mileage
130,714 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 EEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 EEC was last recorded at 130,714 miles on 3 Nov 2022, 5,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
125,667 miles · 17 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,047 miles
Average per year
5,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,714 miles
  • 2021 – 125,667 miles
  • 2020 – 112,910 miles
  • 2018 – 106,206 miles
  • 2017 – 102,068 miles
  • 2016 – 98,434 miles
  • 2015 – 94,526 miles
  • 2014 – 88,788 miles
  • 2013 – 83,368 miles
  • 2012 – 77,235 miles
  • 2011 – 75,033 miles
  • 2010 – 67,894 miles
  • 2009 – 60,505 miles
  • 2008 – 53,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,714 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,714 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,714 miles
    Test number
    273718095509
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,714 miles (+5,047)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,714 miles
    Test number
    553045945994
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,667 miles (+12,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    125,667 miles
    Test number
    146992733785
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front disc both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,910 miles (+6,704)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    112,910 miles
    Test number
    433649016831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,206 miles (+4,138)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,206 miles
    Test number
    783202641409
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass102,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    102,068 miles
    Test number
    538169298805
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Fail102,068 miles (+3,634)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,068 miles
    Test number
    844192545198
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Pass98,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    98,434 miles
    Test number
    803504643656
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Fail98,432 miles (+3,906)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,432 miles
    Test number
    726971312226
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass94,526 miles (+5,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    94,526 miles
    Test number
    103532287607
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass88,788 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    88,788 miles
    Test number
    747834604304
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side front tyre tread perished.

  12. Fail88,788 miles (+5,420)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,788 miles
    Test number
    427764804484
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side front tyre tread perished.

  13. Pass83,368 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,368 miles
    Test number
    107875743291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,360 miles (+6,125)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    83,360 miles
    Test number
    286333233278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,235 miles (+2,202)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,235 miles
    Test number
    859852252156
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass75,033 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,033 miles
    Test number
    329682431196
    • NoteAdvise full underbody covers fitted not allowing full view of underbody.

  17. Fail75,033 miles (+7,139)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,033 miles
    Test number
    536952231169
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteAdvise full underbody covers fitted not allowing full view of underbody.

  18. Pass67,894 miles (+7,389)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,894 miles
    Test number
    264808540418
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • NoteSill and underfloor covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  19. Pass60,505 miles (+6,943)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    60,505 miles
    Test number
    460749749132
    • NoteSill and full underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  20. Pass53,562 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,562 miles
    Test number
    263724448109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSill and under body panals fitted not allowing full inspection

Questions about L55 EEC

Does L55 EEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 EEC expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 EEC?
The MOT on L55 EEC expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 EEC done?
L55 EEC was recorded at 130,714 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2022, an average of 5,340 miles a year.
Has L55 EEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 EEC has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L55 EEC 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 L55 EEC find?
L55 EEC passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer both sides, and 4 more.

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