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BMW 116

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

L70 LGGMOT history

L70 LGG is a white petrol BMW 116 first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 103,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

L70 LGG white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
103,514 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 LGG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 LGG was last recorded at 103,514 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,504 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
9,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,514 miles
  • 2024 – 91,830 miles
  • 2023 – 85,330 miles
  • 2022 – 76,171 miles
  • 2021 – 64,100 miles
  • 2020 – 52,935 miles
  • 2019 – 41,766 miles
  • 2018 – 31,872 miles
  • 2017 – 22,478 miles
  • 2016 – 15,123 miles
  • 2015 – 8,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,514 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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 Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,514 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    103,514 miles
    Test number
    137850927567
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail103,504 miles (+11,674)2 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,504 miles
    Test number
    836488226506
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass91,830 miles (+6,500)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    91,830 miles
    Test number
    681721883055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass85,330 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,330 miles
    Test number
    614410547147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail85,330 miles (+9,159)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,330 miles
    Test number
    915179448932
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps lamps missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass76,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,171 miles
    Test number
    776991095074
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail76,171 miles (+12,071)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,171 miles
    Test number
    679165906526
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass64,100 miles (+11,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    64,100 miles
    Test number
    766483643517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2254517W RF (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  9. Pass52,935 miles (+11,169)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,935 miles
    Test number
    991534913662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,766 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    41,766 miles
    Test number
    175726059866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail41,714 miles (+9,842)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,714 miles
    Test number
    919490871329
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  12. Pass31,872 miles (+9,394)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    31,872 miles
    Test number
    806937095298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,478 miles (+7,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    22,478 miles
    Test number
    988765583663
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn on edges
  14. Pass15,123 miles (+6,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    15,123 miles
    Test number
    282331424647
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 2mm
  15. Pass8,308 miles (+902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    8,308 miles
    Test number
    265172763959
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted (unable to inspect all components)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted (unable to inspect all components)
  16. Pass7,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    7,406 miles
    Test number
    339461485087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 LGG

Does L70 LGG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 LGG is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L70 LGG?
The MOT on L70 LGG is valid until 13 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 LGG done?
L70 LGG was recorded at 103,514 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 9,078 miles a year.
Has L70 LGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 LGG has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L70 LGG 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 L70 LGG find?
L70 LGG passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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