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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L55 ENFMOT history

L55 ENF is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 146,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2025
Mileage
146,794 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2024
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 ENF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 ENF was last recorded at 146,794 miles on 26 Jan 2024, 10,752 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Feb 2023: 136,042 miles, lower than 138,853 miles on 4 Feb 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,042 miles · 6 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
10,752 miles
Average per year
8,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,794 miles
  • 2023 – 136,042 miles
  • 2022 – 127,016 miles
  • 2021 – 119,368 miles
  • 2020 – 106,209 miles
  • 2018 – 96,639 miles
  • 2017 – 90,726 miles
  • 2016 – 84,943 miles
  • 2015 – 78,443 miles
  • 2014 – 72,693 miles
  • 2013 – 66,475 miles
  • 2012 – 60,515 miles
  • 2011 – 54,720 miles
  • 2010 – 42,689 miles
  • 2009 – 32,170 miles
  • 2008 – 17,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,794 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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 Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,794 miles (+10,752)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    146,794 miles
    Test number
    345971387164
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Pass136,042 miles (-2,811)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,042 miles
    Test number
    598921752233
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail138,853 miles (+11,837)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,853 miles
    Test number
    661451931934
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass127,016 miles (+7,648)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,016 miles
    Test number
    784161916834
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components
  5. Pass119,368 miles (+13,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    119,368 miles
    Test number
    649714992034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass106,209 miles (+9,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    106,209 miles
    Test number
    193571081728
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass96,639 miles (+5,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,639 miles
    Test number
    962633654808
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass90,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    90,726 miles
    Test number
    171571956376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,726 miles (+5,783)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,726 miles
    Test number
    860911686230
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  10. Pass84,943 miles (+6,500)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,943 miles
    Test number
    219751126635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm pass 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection.
  11. Pass78,443 miles (+5,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,443 miles
    Test number
    755614427456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  12. Pass72,693 miles (+6,218)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,693 miles
    Test number
    736813724212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  13. Pass66,475 miles (+5,960)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,475 miles
    Test number
    305258123494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass60,515 miles (+5,795)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,515 miles
    Test number
    766046032251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,720 miles (+12,031)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,720 miles
    Test number
    317324141413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,689 miles (+10,519)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,689 miles
    Test number
    110980430279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,170 miles (+14,719)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,170 miles
    Test number
    844555549252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,451 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,451 miles
    Test number
    902769818286
    • 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)
    • Note2.0mm on edge of n/s/r tyre

Questions about L55 ENF

Does L55 ENF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 ENF expired on 5 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 ENF?
The MOT on L55 ENF expired on 5 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 ENF done?
L55 ENF was recorded at 146,794 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2024, an average of 8,360 miles a year.
Has L55 ENF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 ENF has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L55 ENF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Feb 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L55 ENF find?
L55 ENF passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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