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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L7 DWSMOT history

L7 DWS is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 14 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 92,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,042 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 DWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 DWS was last recorded at 92,042 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 1,375 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,667 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,375 miles
Average per year
1,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,042 miles
  • 2025 – 90,667 miles
  • 2024 – 88,720 miles
  • 2023 – 85,989 miles
  • 2022 – 84,020 miles
  • 2021 – 82,849 miles
  • 2020 – 82,148 miles
  • 2019 – 81,898 miles
  • 2018 – 81,539 miles
  • 2017 – 81,177 miles
  • 2016 – 80,395 miles
  • 2015 – 79,729 miles
  • 2014 – 77,923 miles
  • 2012 – 75,147 miles
  • 2011 – 71,748 miles
  • 2010 – 66,639 miles
  • 2009 – 60,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,042 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Under tray fitted hard to see

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,042 miles (+1,375)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,042 miles
    Test number
    302721602175
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass90,667 miles (+1,947)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    90,667 miles
    Test number
    858455100244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass88,720 miles (+2,731)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,720 miles
    Test number
    751795952291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,989 miles (+1,969)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    85,989 miles
    Test number
    980708559515
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Under tray fitted hard to see (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower suspension arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,020 miles (+1,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,020 miles
    Test number
    420689626528
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted hard to see (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,849 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    82,849 miles
    Test number
    632153625306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,148 miles (+250)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,148 miles
    Test number
    983443727892
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear washer not working

  8. Pass81,898 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,898 miles
    Test number
    394871948382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail81,894 miles (+355)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,894 miles
    Test number
    921724395323
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner and Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass81,539 miles (+362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,539 miles
    Test number
    450842568419
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  11. Pass81,177 miles (+782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,177 miles
    Test number
    716855326933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

  12. Pass80,395 miles (+666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,395 miles
    Test number
    946695569603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits very thin (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing thin on inner and outer edges

  13. Pass79,729 miles (+1,806)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,729 miles
    Test number
    966027835217
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

  14. Pass77,923 miles (+2,776)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    77,923 miles
    Test number
    228353634484
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  15. Pass75,147 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    75,147 miles
    Test number
    496977312422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,748 miles (+5,109)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    71,748 miles
    Test number
    416120091273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,639 miles (+6,000)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,639 miles
    Test number
    701810650239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,639 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,639 miles
    Test number
    384457749407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L7 DWS

Does L7 DWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 DWS is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 DWS?
The MOT on L7 DWS is valid until 29 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 DWS done?
L7 DWS was recorded at 92,042 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 1,858 miles a year.
Has L7 DWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 DWS has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on L7 DWS 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 DWS find?
L7 DWS passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both cracking; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush has slight movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on both edges, and 3 more.

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