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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

L5 LWXMOT history

L5 LWX is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 19 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 173,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

L5 LWX white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
173,737 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 LWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 LWX was last recorded at 173,737 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,737 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,737 miles
  • 2025 – 172,757 miles
  • 2024 – 163,419 miles
  • 2022 – 153,112 miles
  • 2021 – 143,745 miles
  • 2019 – 128,633 miles
  • 2018 – 116,897 miles
  • 2017 – 99,822 miles
  • 2015 – 77,314 miles
  • 2014 – 60,033 miles
  • 2013 – 51,782 miles
  • 2012 – 43,119 miles
  • 2011 – 33,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,737 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s,o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s,o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S , N/S

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Under covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' centre (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • N//s/f tyre wearing both edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,737 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    173,737 miles
    Test number
    385122145786
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s,o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s,o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail173,737 miles (+980)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,737 miles
    Test number
    800699762094
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too far to the right n/s,o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s,o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s,o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s,o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass172,757 miles (+78)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    172,757 miles
    Test number
    893489599248
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S , N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake requires adjustment or repair

  4. Fail172,679 miles (+9,260)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,679 miles
    Test number
    665764584469
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  5. Pass163,419 miles (+248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    163,419 miles
    Test number
    584853596821
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S , N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail163,171 miles (+10,059)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,171 miles
    Test number
    444701363534
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged Inner side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low O/S , N/S (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S , N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass153,112 miles (+9,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    153,112 miles
    Test number
    746832943226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S , N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass143,745 miles (+15,112)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    143,745 miles
    Test number
    356887521678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass128,633 miles (+11,736)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,633 miles
    Test number
    366270109660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,897 miles (+17,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,897 miles
    Test number
    702969835759
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass99,822 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    99,822 miles
    Test number
    269322484042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  12. Fail99,822 miles (+22,508)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,822 miles
    Test number
    249565661118
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  13. Pass77,314 miles (+191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,314 miles
    Test number
    262259136273
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' centre (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryN//s/f tyre wearing both edges
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  14. Fail77,123 miles (+17,090)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,123 miles
    Test number
    311691987731
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' centre (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryN//s/f tyre wearing both edges
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  15. Pass60,033 miles (+8,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,033 miles
    Test number
    968498494221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,782 miles (+8,663)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    51,782 miles
    Test number
    278246013373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,119 miles (+9,931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,119 miles
    Test number
    809086642344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass33,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,188 miles
    Test number
    939263251352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 LWX

Does L5 LWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 LWX is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 LWX?
The MOT on L5 LWX is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 LWX done?
L5 LWX was recorded at 173,737 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 9,814 miles a year.
Has L5 LWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 LWX has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 LWX 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 LWX find?
L5 LWX passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s,o/s; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s,o/s, and 3 more.

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