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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L5 SEAMOT history

L5 SEA is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 20 Sept 2013. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 92,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2024
Mileage
92,837 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2023
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 SEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 SEA was last recorded at 92,837 miles on 28 Apr 2023, 10,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,031 miles · 5 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
10,806 miles
Average per year
8,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,837 miles
  • 2022 – 82,031 miles
  • 2020 – 69,535 miles
  • 2018 – 54,206 miles
  • 2017 – 46,186 miles
  • 2016 – 39,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,837 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 3 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,837 miles (+10,806)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    92,837 miles
    Test number
    812453216334
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass82,031 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,031 miles
    Test number
    638817543083
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail82,031 miles (+12,496)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,031 miles
    Test number
    961638016813
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass69,535 miles (+15,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    69,535 miles
    Test number
    835468728247
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass54,206 miles (+8,020)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,206 miles
    Test number
    215717151862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass46,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,186 miles
    Test number
    259271515632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail46,186 miles (+7,014)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,186 miles
    Test number
    202603654569
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  8. Pass39,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,172 miles
    Test number
    149459542142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 SEA

Does L5 SEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 SEA expired on 27 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 SEA?
The MOT on L5 SEA expired on 27 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 SEA done?
L5 SEA was recorded at 92,837 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2023, an average of 8,073 miles a year.
Has L5 SEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 SEA has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 SEA 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 SEA find?
L5 SEA passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2023 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge both sides; handbrake lever has little reserve travel; nearside rear outer tyre slightly damaged sidewall.

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