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BMW 218

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L7 AMAMOT history

L7 AMA is a white diesel BMW 218 first used on 29 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 125,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,681 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 AMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
218
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 AMA was last recorded at 125,681 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 11,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
114,494 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,187 miles
Average per year
12,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,681 miles
  • 2025 – 114,494 miles
  • 2024 – 106,419 miles
  • 2023 – 95,399 miles
  • 2022 – 83,235 miles
  • 2021 – 64,016 miles
  • 2020 – 50,756 miles
  • 2019 – 39,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,681 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 27 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,681 miles
    Test number
    212830196820
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  2. Fail125,681 miles (+11,187)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,681 miles
    Test number
    527852160628
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  3. Pass114,494 miles (+8,075)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,494 miles
    Test number
    323721051938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,419 miles (+11,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    106,419 miles
    Test number
    756841754153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass95,399 miles (+12,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    95,399 miles
    Test number
    467015474231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 rft (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 rft (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass83,235 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,235 miles
    Test number
    344678784300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on outer edge - ply/cords almost exposed! - 225/45R17 RF (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail83,235 miles (+19,219)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,235 miles
    Test number
    768985504398
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on outer edge - ply/cords almost exposed! - 225/45R17 RF (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass64,016 miles (+13,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    64,016 miles
    Test number
    855684486891
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass50,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    50,756 miles
    Test number
    269781016228
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on the outer edge.
  10. Fail50,756 miles (+11,096)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,756 miles
    Test number
    420590248444
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on the outer edge.
  11. Pass39,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    39,660 miles
    Test number
    102950429839
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L7 AMA

Does L7 AMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 AMA is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 AMA?
The MOT on L7 AMA is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 AMA done?
L7 AMA was recorded at 125,681 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 12,312 miles a year.
Has L7 AMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 AMA has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 AMA 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 L7 AMA find?
L7 AMA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: items removed from driver's view prior to test.

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