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BMW 218

Red · Diesel · 2019 · 1,995 cc

L6 PCWMOT history

L6 PCW is a red diesel BMW 218 first used on 28 Jun 2019. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 85,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
85,916 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 PCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
218
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
28 Jun 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 PCW was last recorded at 85,916 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,750 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
166 miles
Average per year
10,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,916 miles
  • 2025 – 74,441 miles
  • 2024 – 69,141 miles
  • 2023 – 59,596 miles
  • 2022 – 41,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,916 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Alloy wheel has been weld repairedRecorded 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 Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 6 Jun 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,916 miles (+166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    85,916 miles
    Test number
    375081488637
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Alloy wheel has been weld repaired

  2. Fail85,750 miles (+11,309)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    630144901057
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured Welded repair is cracking (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Alloy wheel has been weld repaired

  3. Pass74,441 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    74,441 miles
    Test number
    258816059547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,906 miles (+45)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    73,906 miles
    Test number
    249718399721
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail73,861 miles (+4,720)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,861 miles
    Test number
    135329087141
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured 2 places (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,141 miles (+9,545)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    69,141 miles
    Test number
    462612616301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,596 miles (+17,677)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    59,596 miles
    Test number
    676146190866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    41,919 miles
    Test number
    830001425562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 PCW

Does L6 PCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 PCW is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 PCW?
The MOT on L6 PCW is valid until 10 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 PCW done?
L6 PCW was recorded at 85,916 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 10,524 miles a year.
Has L6 PCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 PCW has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 PCW 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 PCW find?
L6 PCW passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front alloy wheel has been weld repaired.

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