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BMW 118

Grey · Petrol · 2017 · 1,499 cc

L7 YRBMOT history

L7 YRB is a grey petrol BMW 118 first used on 24 Aug 2017. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 6 of 12 MOT tests, with 77,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
77,056 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
6 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 YRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
24 Aug 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 YRB was last recorded at 77,056 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 9,368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,688 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,368 miles
Average per year
8,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,056 miles
  • 2025 – 67,688 miles
  • 2024 – 58,745 miles
  • 2023 – 50,183 miles
  • 2022 – 44,004 miles
  • 2021 – 35,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,056 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Near side and off side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Near side and off side. (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 24 Jul 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,056 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    77,056 miles
    Test number
    277046184614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Near side and off side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Near side and off side. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail77,056 miles (+9,368)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,056 miles
    Test number
    898286835504
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Near side and off side. (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Near side and off side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Near side and off side. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass67,688 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    67,688 miles
    Test number
    597407957126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail67,688 miles (+8,943)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,688 miles
    Test number
    208518732811
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass58,745 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    58,745 miles
    Test number
    619197445994
    • AdvisoryFront undertrays fitted cant check full suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail58,744 miles (+8,561)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,744 miles
    Test number
    893481087635
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront undertrays fitted cant check full suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass50,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    50,183 miles
    Test number
    957001956981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,183 miles (+6,179)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,183 miles
    Test number
    152092922888
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass44,004 miles (+8,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    44,004 miles
    Test number
    995385384451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass35,587 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    35,587 miles
    Test number
    440745772439
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail35,587 miles (+196)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,587 miles
    Test number
    343278843716
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail35,391 miles1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,391 miles
    Test number
    598038669107
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Wing mirror cover missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about L7 YRB

Does L7 YRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 YRB is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 YRB?
The MOT on L7 YRB is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 YRB done?
L7 YRB was recorded at 77,056 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 8,125 miles a year.
Has L7 YRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 YRB has failed 6 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 YRB 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 YRB find?
L7 YRB passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall.; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near side and off side., and 1 more.

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