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Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 2,998 cc

L8 SFOMOT history

L8 SFO is a grey petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 29 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 72,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L8 SFO grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
72,611 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 SFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 SFO was last recorded at 72,611 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 5,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,029 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,582 miles
Average per year
6,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,611 miles
  • 2025 – 67,029 miles
  • 2024 – 63,404 miles
  • 2023 – 56,482 miles
  • 2022 – 46,912 miles
  • 2021 – 37,601 miles
  • 2020 – 28,831 miles
  • 2019 – 26,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,611 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

10 tests since 16 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,611 miles (+5,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    72,611 miles
    Test number
    993035811988
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass67,029 miles (+3,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    67,029 miles
    Test number
    695296405723
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass63,404 miles (+6,922)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    63,404 miles
    Test number
    704251075100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,482 miles (+9,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,482 miles
    Test number
    911764173171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass46,912 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    46,912 miles
    Test number
    463681617578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail46,638 miles (+9,037)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,638 miles
    Test number
    869610095075
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass37,601 miles (+8,770)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    37,601 miles
    Test number
    664850355547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,831 miles (+2,020)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    28,831 miles
    Test number
    440523241432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,811 miles (+146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    26,811 miles
    Test number
    269305532984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  10. Fail26,665 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,665 miles
    Test number
    916493865524
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Questions about L8 SFO

Does L8 SFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 SFO is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 SFO?
The MOT on L8 SFO is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 SFO done?
L8 SFO was recorded at 72,611 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 6,772 miles a year.
Has L8 SFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 SFO has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L8 SFO 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 SFO find?
L8 SFO passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm.

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