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BMW 118

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L5 BFPMOT history

L5 BFP is a silver diesel BMW 118 first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
120,138 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 BFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 BFP was last recorded at 120,138 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 3,073 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
117,065 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,073 miles
Average per year
5,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,138 miles
  • 2024 – 117,065 miles
  • 2023 – 114,086 miles
  • 2022 – 110,801 miles
  • 2021 – 107,421 miles
  • 2020 – 102,151 miles
  • 2019 – 98,229 miles
  • 2018 – 97,013 miles
  • 2017 – 91,051 miles
  • 2016 – 82,296 miles
  • 2015 – 75,496 miles
  • 2014 – 67,709 miles
  • 2013 – 57,701 miles
  • 2012 – 51,156 miles
  • 2011 – 45,557 miles
  • 2010 – 40,533 miles
  • 2009 – 33,756 miles
  • 2008 – 25,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,138 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,138 miles (+3,073)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    120,138 miles
    Test number
    772498104356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass117,065 miles (+2,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    117,065 miles
    Test number
    881410829751
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,086 miles (+3,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    114,086 miles
    Test number
    368701011199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass110,801 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,801 miles
    Test number
    257650358409
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside/nearside (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail110,801 miles (+3,380)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,801 miles
    Test number
    779228953413
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside/nearside (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass107,421 miles (+5,270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,421 miles
    Test number
    807757025504
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside/nearside (both) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass102,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,151 miles
    Test number
    145016738964
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside/nearside (both) (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail102,151 miles (+3,922)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,151 miles
    Test number
    854559170789
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside/nearside (both) (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,229 miles (+1,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,229 miles
    Test number
    132035128023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass97,013 miles (+5,962)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    97,013 miles
    Test number
    377146612270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,051 miles (+8,755)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    91,051 miles
    Test number
    169218146503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,296 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,296 miles
    Test number
    781968741889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail82,296 miles (+6,800)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,296 miles
    Test number
    680504897397
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass75,496 miles (+7,787)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    75,496 miles
    Test number
    339583695180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,709 miles (+10,008)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,709 miles
    Test number
    879502074231
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front brake pad warning wire not connected

  16. Pass57,701 miles (+6,545)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    57,701 miles
    Test number
    175880473283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,156 miles (+5,599)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    51,156 miles
    Test number
    929593362237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,557 miles (+5,024)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,557 miles
    Test number
    406824661292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,533 miles (+6,777)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,533 miles
    Test number
    544936460212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,756 miles (+8,055)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,756 miles
    Test number
    233191779246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,701 miles
    Test number
    284198348283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,701 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,701 miles
    Test number
    732318448291
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about L5 BFP

Does L5 BFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 BFP is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L5 BFP?
The MOT on L5 BFP is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 BFP done?
L5 BFP was recorded at 120,138 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 5,453 miles a year.
Has L5 BFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 BFP has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 BFP 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 L5 BFP find?
L5 BFP passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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