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BMW 118

Grey · Petrol · 2017 · 1,499 cc

L8 BDOMOT history

L8 BDO is a grey petrol BMW 118 first used on 2 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 93,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

L8 BDO grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
93,082 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BDO
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
2 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 BDO was last recorded at 93,082 miles on 18 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,081 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,082 miles
  • 2025 – 84,625 miles
  • 2024 – 75,662 miles
  • 2023 – 67,541 miles
  • 2022 – 53,241 miles
  • 2021 – 40,849 miles
  • 2020 – 36,756 miles
  • 2019 – 30,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,082 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os and ns on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 3 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,082 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    93,082 miles
    Test number
    872457676442
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail93,081 miles (+8,456)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,081 miles
    Test number
    491624046932
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass84,625 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    84,625 miles
    Test number
    486300798159
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os and ns on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail84,619 miles (+8,957)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,619 miles
    Test number
    647769998753
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os and ns on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass75,662 miles (+8,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    75,662 miles
    Test number
    616582180007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass67,541 miles (+14,300)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,541 miles
    Test number
    462243307229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,241 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,241 miles
    Test number
    650106491440
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively os and ns rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Fail53,240 miles (+12,391)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,240 miles
    Test number
    535455519590
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high os and ns front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively os and ns rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass40,849 miles (+4,093)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    40,849 miles
    Test number
    982317823258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,756 miles (+5,772)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    36,756 miles
    Test number
    296520665395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,984 miles
    Test number
    261487111858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 BDO

Does L8 BDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 BDO is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 BDO?
The MOT on L8 BDO is valid until 23 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 BDO done?
L8 BDO was recorded at 93,082 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 9,033 miles a year.
Has L8 BDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BDO has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 BDO 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 L8 BDO find?
L8 BDO passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nearside and offside.

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