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BMW K Series

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,100 cc

L70 BMWMOT history

L70 BMW is a red petrol BMW K Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 37,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
37,500 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2024
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 BMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
K Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,100 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 BMW was last recorded at 37,500 miles on 21 Sept 2024, 10,109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jun 2015: 35,994 miles, lower than 44,663 miles on 6 May 2014.
  • 13 Sept 2023: 27,391 miles, lower than 37,141 miles on 3 Sept 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
27,391 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
10,109 miles
Average per year
141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 37,500 miles
  • 2023 – 27,391 miles
  • 2022 – 37,141 miles
  • 2021 – 37,117 miles
  • 2016 – 36,634 miles
  • 2015 – 36,003 miles
  • 2014 – 44,663 miles
  • 2012 – 42,072 miles
  • 2010 – 40,437 miles
  • 2008 – 37,535 miles
  • 2007 – 35,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Wheel alignment slightly misaligned.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    911521371983
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    154739930313
    • DangerousThrottle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass37,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    37,500 miles
    Test number
    201042062582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail37,500 miles (+10,109)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,500 miles
    Test number
    109080467654
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate insecure bolts loose (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass27,391 miles (-9,750)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    27,391 miles
    Test number
    929276857797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,141 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    37,141 miles
    Test number
    999142411514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,117 miles (+483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    37,117 miles
    Test number
    729310501655
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass36,634 miles (+631)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    36,634 miles
    Test number
    553033283958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,003 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,003 miles
    Test number
    347295685175
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  10. Fail35,994 miles (-8,669)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,994 miles
    Test number
    628979855157
    • FailureFront position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureRear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  11. Pass44,663 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,663 miles
    Test number
    375226524134
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

  12. Fail44,655 miles (+2,583)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,655 miles
    Test number
    787819914147
    • DangerousRear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

  13. Pass42,072 miles (+1,635)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,072 miles
    Test number
    917790112205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,437 miles (+2,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,437 miles
    Test number
    283825560030
    • NoteSlight binding on front brakes!!!

  15. Pass37,535 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,535 miles
    Test number
    303348478468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,076 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,076 miles
    Test number
    994923417279
    • Note1/ fork gators fitted. †2/ seat loose.

Questions about L70 BMW

Does L70 BMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 BMW is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L70 BMW?
The MOT on L70 BMW is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 BMW done?
L70 BMW was recorded at 37,500 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2024, an average of 141 miles a year.
Has L70 BMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 BMW has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L70 BMW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 8 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L70 BMW find?
L70 BMW passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort.

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