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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L55 EXXMOT history

L55 EXX is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 22 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 85,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

L55 EXX black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
85,496 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 EXX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 EXX was last recorded at 85,496 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 5,618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,878 miles · 19 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,618 miles
Average per year
6,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,496 miles
  • 2025 – 79,878 miles
  • 2024 – 77,440 miles
  • 2023 – 72,647 miles
  • 2022 – 65,583 miles
  • 2021 – 58,661 miles
  • 2020 – 52,605 miles
  • 2019 – 42,644 miles
  • 2018 – 36,944 miles
  • 2017 – 30,988 miles
  • 2016 – 26,670 miles
  • 2015 – 16,185 miles
  • 2014 – 9,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,496 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH - worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Nearside and Offside - rear bush in hub (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.

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,496 miles (+5,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    85,496 miles
    Test number
    458445800572
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH - worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Nearside and Offside - rear bush in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,878 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,878 miles
    Test number
    271118886347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail79,873 miles (+2,433)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,873 miles
    Test number
    265915041746
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass77,440 miles (+4,793)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    77,440 miles
    Test number
    684292879032
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass72,647 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    783730026738
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryEmissions value plate damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Stone chip on windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail72,647 miles (+7,064)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    528603798073
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryEmissions value plate damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Stone chip on windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass65,583 miles (+6,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    65,583 miles
    Test number
    188519797278
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions plate limit defaced

  8. Pass58,661 miles (+6,056)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    58,661 miles
    Test number
    773045845748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,605 miles (+9,961)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    52,605 miles
    Test number
    333873225659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,644 miles (+5,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    42,644 miles
    Test number
    334152058704
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass36,944 miles (+5,956)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    36,944 miles
    Test number
    975021696542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,988 miles (+4,318)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    30,988 miles
    Test number
    880197932821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,670 miles (+10,485)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,670 miles
    Test number
    608939801390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass16,185 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    16,185 miles
    Test number
    158491705181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass9,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    9,131 miles
    Test number
    717310534124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 EXX

Does L55 EXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 EXX is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 EXX?
The MOT on L55 EXX is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 EXX done?
L55 EXX was recorded at 85,496 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 6,403 miles a year.
Has L55 EXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 EXX has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L55 EXX 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 EXX find?
L55 EXX passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both - worn on inner edge; rear lower suspension component pin or bush slightly worn nearside and offside - rear bush in hub.

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