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White · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2020 · 1,998 cc

L8 HHSMOT history

L8 HHS is a white hybrid electric (clean) BMW 5 Series first used on 6 Jan 2020. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 4 of 7 MOT tests, with 74,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

L8 HHS white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
74,868 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
7
4 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 HHS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2020
First used
6 Jan 2020
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 HHS was last recorded at 74,868 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,868 miles · 22 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
14,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,868 miles
  • 2024 – 61,851 miles
  • 2023 – 48,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,868 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

7 tests since 5 Jan 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,868 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    74,868 miles
    Test number
    496184531526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail74,868 miles (+13,017)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,868 miles
    Test number
    418988685009
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass61,851 miles (+13,755)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    61,851 miles
    Test number
    764966885599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,096 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    48,096 miles
    Test number
    367965662231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail48,089 miles (+17,547)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,089 miles
    Test number
    812725784219
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass30,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    30,542 miles
    Test number
    216954185539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail30,542 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,542 miles
    Test number
    850129445675
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Questions about L8 HHS

Does L8 HHS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 HHS is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 HHS?
The MOT on L8 HHS is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 HHS done?
L8 HHS was recorded at 74,868 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 14,949 miles a year.
Has L8 HHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 HHS has failed 3 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 HHS 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 HHS find?
L8 HHS passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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