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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L5 BNNMOT history

L5 BNN is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 119,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
119,668 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 BNN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 BNN was last recorded at 119,668 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 8,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,414 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,254 miles
Average per year
7,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,668 miles
  • 2025 – 111,414 miles
  • 2024 – 100,927 miles
  • 2022 – 79,530 miles
  • 2021 – 70,403 miles
  • 2019 – 61,560 miles
  • 2018 – 54,904 miles
  • 2017 – 48,500 miles
  • 2016 – 42,386 miles
  • 2014 – 27,045 miles
  • 2013 – 22,360 miles
  • 2012 – 15,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,668 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,668 miles (+8,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    119,668 miles
    Test number
    725567642990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass111,414 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    111,414 miles
    Test number
    276202119437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail110,944 miles (+10,017)2 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,944 miles
    Test number
    198207407206
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass100,927 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,927 miles
    Test number
    517004748329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,494 miles (+19,964)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,494 miles
    Test number
    419596379168
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass79,530 miles (+9,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,530 miles
    Test number
    778566257874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass70,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,403 miles
    Test number
    258373994000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,403 miles (+8,843)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,403 miles
    Test number
    618684536816
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  9. Pass61,560 miles (+6,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,560 miles
    Test number
    166725761773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass54,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,904 miles
    Test number
    900655398500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,904 miles (+6,404)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,904 miles
    Test number
    717223283450
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass48,500 miles (+6,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,500 miles
    Test number
    794224403724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass42,386 miles (+15,341)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    42,386 miles
    Test number
    963556634863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,045 miles (+4,685)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,045 miles
    Test number
    348014074223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,360 miles (+7,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    22,360 miles
    Test number
    369411793290
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
  16. Pass15,087 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    15,087 miles
    Test number
    295696082272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about L5 BNN

Does L5 BNN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 BNN is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 BNN?
The MOT on L5 BNN is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 BNN done?
L5 BNN was recorded at 119,668 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 7,632 miles a year.
Has L5 BNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 BNN has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 BNN 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 BNN find?
L5 BNN passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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