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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L5 CYGMOT history

L5 CYG is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 14 Aug 2006. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2024
Mileage
162,014 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 CYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 CYG was last recorded at 162,014 miles on 16 Jun 2023, 7,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,369 miles · 13 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
7,645 miles
Average per year
7,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,014 miles
  • 2022 – 154,369 miles
  • 2020 – 151,713 miles
  • 2019 – 148,177 miles
  • 2018 – 144,308 miles
  • 2017 – 137,960 miles
  • 2016 – 132,650 miles
  • 2015 – 120,357 miles
  • 2014 – 107,993 miles
  • 2013 – 100,049 miles
  • 2012 – 90,429 miles
  • 2011 – 83,073 miles
  • 2010 – 73,130 miles
  • 2009 – 63,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,014 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,014 miles (+7,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    162,014 miles
    Test number
    688252530333
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  2. Pass154,369 miles (+2,656)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    154,369 miles
    Test number
    967752733850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass151,713 miles (+3,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    151,713 miles
    Test number
    575847418533
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass148,177 miles (+3,869)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,177 miles
    Test number
    239110999254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass144,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    144,308 miles
    Test number
    854895270507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail144,308 miles (+6,348)5 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,308 miles
    Test number
    367058917721
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Pass137,960 miles (+5,310)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    137,960 miles
    Test number
    276060601462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass132,650 miles (+12,293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    132,650 miles
    Test number
    786184835493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  9. Pass120,357 miles (+12,364)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    120,357 miles
    Test number
    398683232444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    107,993 miles
    Test number
    759774124211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,993 miles (+7,944)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,993 miles
    Test number
    548956914245
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/S front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
    • NoteRear axle pinion oil seal leaking
  12. Fail100,049 miles1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,049 miles
    Test number
    336664233239
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEmissions to low to register
    • NoteParking brake light staying on
    • NoteTraction control light staying on
  13. Pass100,049 miles (+9,620)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    100,049 miles
    Test number
    715214433228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEmissions to low to register
    • NoteParking brake light staying on
    • NoteTraction control light staying on
  14. Pass90,429 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    90,429 miles
    Test number
    168130262171
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail90,429 miles (+7,356)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,429 miles
    Test number
    886869052190
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass83,073 miles (+9,943)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    83,073 miles
    Test number
    148797651176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,130 miles (+9,983)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,130 miles
    Test number
    291067310166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,147 miles
    Test number
    194774329215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 CYG

Does L5 CYG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 CYG expired on 15 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 CYG?
The MOT on L5 CYG expired on 15 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 CYG done?
L5 CYG was recorded at 162,014 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2023, an average of 7,142 miles a year.
Has L5 CYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 CYG has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on L5 CYG 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 CYG find?
L5 CYG passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2023 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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