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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L6 CMEMOT history

L6 CME is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 88,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
88,910 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 CME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 CME was last recorded at 88,910 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,908 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,910 miles
  • 2025 – 81,362 miles
  • 2024 – 76,169 miles
  • 2023 – 71,480 miles
  • 2022 – 66,884 miles
  • 2021 – 61,096 miles
  • 2020 – 56,736 miles
  • 2019 – 52,559 miles
  • 2018 – 46,643 miles
  • 2017 – 41,614 miles
  • 2016 – 29,798 miles
  • 2015 – 26,762 miles
  • 2014 – 23,389 miles
  • 2013 – 19,847 miles
  • 2012 – 15,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,910 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryDpf flexy looseRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,910 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    88,910 miles
    Test number
    507122888520
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDpf flexy loose

  2. Fail88,908 miles (+7,546)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,908 miles
    Test number
    675889189030
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDpf flexy loose

  3. Pass81,362 miles (+5,193)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    81,362 miles
    Test number
    939012110233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,169 miles (+4,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,169 miles
    Test number
    956397188015
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective clamp cracked (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass71,480 miles (+4,596)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,480 miles
    Test number
    919768167844
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp after flexible pipe cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover perished
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover perished
    • 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))

  6. Pass66,884 miles (+5,788)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,884 miles
    Test number
    288866772196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,096 miles (+4,360)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,096 miles
    Test number
    602402265416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,736 miles (+4,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    56,736 miles
    Test number
    568728889065
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass52,559 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,559 miles
    Test number
    267170378904
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edges both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail52,557 miles (+5,914)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,557 miles
    Test number
    223292616108
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edges both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass46,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    46,643 miles
    Test number
    610083789202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,643 miles (+5,029)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,643 miles
    Test number
    803228944505
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass41,614 miles (+11,816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,614 miles
    Test number
    380449707017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass29,798 miles (+3,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    29,798 miles
    Test number
    543958932457
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted (Unable to inspect all components)

  15. Pass26,762 miles (+3,373)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,762 miles
    Test number
    894282279173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,389 miles (+3,542)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    23,389 miles
    Test number
    558813834229
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass19,847 miles (+4,376)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    19,847 miles
    Test number
    917140643216
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass15,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    15,471 miles
    Test number
    548618522234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 CME

Does L6 CME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 CME is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 CME?
The MOT on L6 CME is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 CME done?
L6 CME was recorded at 88,910 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 5,266 miles a year.
Has L6 CME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 CME has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 CME 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 L6 CME find?
L6 CME passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; dpf flexy loose.

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