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BMW 1 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L7 DTOMOT history

L7 DTO is a white diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 24 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 91,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

L7 DTO white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
91,945 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 DTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
24 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 DTO was last recorded at 91,945 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 3,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,726 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,219 miles
Average per year
6,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,945 miles
  • 2025 – 88,726 miles
  • 2024 – 87,547 miles
  • 2023 – 83,414 miles
  • 2022 – 79,126 miles
  • 2021 – 76,588 miles
  • 2019 – 66,722 miles
  • 2018 – 54,091 miles
  • 2017 – 33,768 miles
  • 2016 – 25,500 miles
  • 2015 – 18,317 miles
  • 2014 – 11,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,945 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,945 miles (+3,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    91,945 miles
    Test number
    112016095078
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,726 miles
    Test number
    935020369775
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail88,726 miles (+1,179)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,726 miles
    Test number
    665448474013
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass87,547 miles (+4,133)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,547 miles
    Test number
    573551878300
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass83,414 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,414 miles
    Test number
    323851463034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,126 miles
    Test number
    888241474303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,126 miles (+2,538)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,126 miles
    Test number
    594761085133
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass76,588 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,588 miles
    Test number
    132430095894
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail76,564 miles (+9,842)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,564 miles
    Test number
    767576664444
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass66,722 miles (+233)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,722 miles
    Test number
    325170545462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,489 miles (+12,398)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,489 miles
    Test number
    349712751458
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass54,091 miles (+20,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,091 miles
    Test number
    576237917779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass33,768 miles (+8,268)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,768 miles
    Test number
    966486576344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,500 miles (+7,183)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,500 miles
    Test number
    235287365001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,317 miles (+6,970)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    18,317 miles
    Test number
    197516575080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre sidewall deteriorated

  16. Pass11,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    11,347 miles
    Test number
    176924664085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 DTO

Does L7 DTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 DTO is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 DTO?
The MOT on L7 DTO is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 DTO done?
L7 DTO was recorded at 91,945 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 6,697 miles a year.
Has L7 DTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 DTO has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 DTO 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 DTO find?
L7 DTO passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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