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BMW 118

White · Petrol · 2017 · 1,499 cc

L7 ULHMOT history

L7 ULH is a white petrol BMW 118 first used on 3 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 125,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

L7 ULH white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
125,263 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 ULH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
3 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 ULH was last recorded at 125,263 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 6,683 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,580 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,683 miles
Average per year
13,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,263 miles
  • 2025 – 118,580 miles
  • 2023 – 103,763 miles
  • 2021 – 67,137 miles
  • 2020 – 58,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,263 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both NS/OS pad sets are approximately 2mm/3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted over testable items.
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both NS/OS pad sets are approximately 2mm/3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 pad warning light on(wire cut in half)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 25 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,263 miles (+6,683)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    125,263 miles
    Test number
    306396444193
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both NS/OS pad sets are approximately 2mm/3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted over testable items.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both NS/OS pad sets are approximately 2mm/3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass118,580 miles (+14,817)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,580 miles
    Test number
    241890109042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth On Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords NSR/OSR (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass103,763 miles (+16,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,763 miles
    Test number
    872829865799
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass87,214 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    87,214 miles
    Test number
    278788159504
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on(wire cut in half)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Fail87,214 miles (+20,077)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,214 miles
    Test number
    982891295663
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on(wire cut in half)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass67,137 miles (+8,729)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,137 miles
    Test number
    405054161895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,408 miles
    Test number
    720132726914
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail58,408 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,408 miles
    Test number
    596951474046
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    937810898090
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about L7 ULH

Does L7 ULH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 ULH is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 ULH?
The MOT on L7 ULH is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 ULH done?
L7 ULH was recorded at 125,263 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 13,037 miles a year.
Has L7 ULH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 ULH has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 ULH 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 ULH find?
L7 ULH passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin both ns/os pad sets are approximately 2mm/3mm.; plastic covers fitted over testable items.; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both ns/os pad sets are approximately 2mm/3mm..

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