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BMW X1

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L7 CEPMOT history

L7 CEP is a black diesel BMW X1 first used on 15 Feb 2014. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 116,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

L7 CEP black BMW X1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
116,205 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 CEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X1
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
15 Feb 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L7 CEP was last recorded at 116,205 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 5,829 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,376 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,829 miles
Average per year
6,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,205 miles
  • 2025 – 110,376 miles
  • 2024 – 103,423 miles
  • 2023 – 96,997 miles
  • 2022 – 90,166 miles
  • 2021 – 82,643 miles
  • 2020 – 75,598 miles
  • 2019 – 70,015 miles
  • 2018 – 62,417 miles
  • 2017 – 56,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,205 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 8 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,205 miles (+5,829)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,205 miles
    Test number
    187124899001
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass110,376 miles (+6,953)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,376 miles
    Test number
    125752274683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass103,423 miles (+6,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,423 miles
    Test number
    711370332551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass96,997 miles (+6,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    96,997 miles
    Test number
    562412195564
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass90,166 miles (+7,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,166 miles
    Test number
    299153728785
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass82,643 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,643 miles
    Test number
    102543346109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail82,522 miles (+6,924)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,522 miles
    Test number
    557714362011
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass75,598 miles (+5,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,598 miles
    Test number
    591823713337
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass70,015 miles (+7,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,015 miles
    Test number
    882983628015
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass62,417 miles (+5,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,417 miles
    Test number
    226702219191
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  11. Pass56,989 miles (+5,658)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    56,989 miles
    Test number
    745404861586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,331 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,331 miles
    Test number
    171820943854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L7 CEP

Does L7 CEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 CEP is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on L7 CEP?
The MOT on L7 CEP is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 CEP done?
L7 CEP was recorded at 116,205 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 6,690 miles a year.
Has L7 CEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 CEP has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 CEP 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 CEP find?
L7 CEP failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 2 major defects: offside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; offside front position lamp not working.

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