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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L55 WPMMOT history

L55 WPM is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 11 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 128,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
128,479 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 WPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
11 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 WPM was last recorded at 128,479 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 7,092 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,387 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,092 miles
Average per year
12,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,479 miles
  • 2024 – 121,387 miles
  • 2023 – 118,201 miles
  • 2022 – 102,799 miles
  • 2021 – 89,230 miles
  • 2020 – 80,970 miles
  • 2019 – 65,853 miles
  • 2018 – 45,881 miles
  • 2017 – 29,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,479 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 6 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,479 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    128,479 miles
    Test number
    435106217773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,387 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,387 miles
    Test number
    568252691035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,201 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    118,201 miles
    Test number
    739643406646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail118,181 miles (+15,382)2 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,181 miles
    Test number
    168587861095
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass102,799 miles (+13,569)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,799 miles
    Test number
    957040715655
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass89,230 miles (+8,260)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,230 miles
    Test number
    846554243182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,970 miles (+15,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,970 miles
    Test number
    554491140786
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  8. Pass65,853 miles (+19,972)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,853 miles
    Test number
    127526836963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,881 miles (+16,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,881 miles
    Test number
    786184507291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass29,369 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    29,369 miles
    Test number
    804638922499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about L55 WPM

Does L55 WPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 WPM is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L55 WPM?
The MOT on L55 WPM is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 WPM done?
L55 WPM was recorded at 128,479 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 12,156 miles a year.
Has L55 WPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 WPM has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L55 WPM 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 WPM find?
L55 WPM passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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