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BMW 123

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

L7 EUMMOT history

L7 EUM is a black diesel BMW 123 first used on 24 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 118,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2025
Mileage
118,485 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 EUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
123
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 EUM was last recorded at 118,485 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,468 miles · 18 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
7,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,485 miles
  • 2022 – 105,972 miles
  • 2016 – 99,966 miles
  • 2015 – 71,754 miles
  • 2014 – 48,786 miles
  • 2013 – 40,839 miles
  • 2012 – 32,119 miles
  • 2011 – 26,409 miles
  • 2010 – 18,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,485 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Under-trays damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,485 miles (+17)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,485 miles
    Test number
    438520668082
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail118,468 miles (+7,720)2 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,468 miles
    Test number
    864822185840
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass110,748 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    110,748 miles
    Test number
    863786283991
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light illuminated

  4. Fail110,746 miles (+4,774)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,746 miles
    Test number
    343590383880
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light illuminated

  5. Pass105,972 miles (+6,006)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,972 miles
    Test number
    990083653519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass99,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    99,966 miles
    Test number
    119812119948
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays damaged

  7. Fail99,966 miles (+28,212)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,966 miles
    Test number
    692890689016
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays damaged

  8. Pass71,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    71,754 miles
    Test number
    183406633734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,754 miles (+22,968)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,754 miles
    Test number
    634344787022
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRun flat light illuminated

  10. Pass48,786 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,786 miles
    Test number
    499626694166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall damaged (no ply/cord exposed)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer side wall damaged ( no ply/cord exposed)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  11. Fail48,786 miles (+7,947)3 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,786 miles
    Test number
    458085394138
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall damaged (no ply/cord exposed)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer side wall damaged ( no ply/cord exposed)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Pass40,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,839 miles
    Test number
    297043713202
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail40,839 miles (+8,720)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,839 miles
    Test number
    725033913218
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass32,119 miles (+5,710)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,119 miles
    Test number
    659139792106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,409 miles (+8,326)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    317520811206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    18,083 miles
    Test number
    192530110262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 EUM

Does L7 EUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 EUM expired on 5 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 EUM?
The MOT on L7 EUM expired on 5 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 EUM done?
L7 EUM was recorded at 118,485 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 7,496 miles a year.
Has L7 EUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 EUM has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 EUM 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 EUM find?
L7 EUM passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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