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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L9 TATMOT history

L9 TAT is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 23 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 162,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
162,985 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L9 TAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L9 TAT was last recorded at 162,985 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 11,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,110 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,875 miles
Average per year
7,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,985 miles
  • 2025 – 151,110 miles
  • 2024 – 140,273 miles
  • 2023 – 129,572 miles
  • 2022 – 119,427 miles
  • 2021 – 109,198 miles
  • 2020 – 100,885 miles
  • 2019 – 90,059 miles
  • 2018 – 82,994 miles
  • 2017 – 77,686 miles
  • 2016 – 72,519 miles
  • 2015 – 60,902 miles
  • 2014 – 55,132 miles
  • 2012 – 43,066 miles
  • 2011 – 36,301 miles
  • 2010 – 30,045 miles
  • 2009 – 25,670 miles
  • 2008 – 21,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,985 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear both inner brake hose ferrules [end of brake hoses ] corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear rear axle oil leak
  • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle rear subframe and suspension components showing signs of corrosion

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,985 miles (+11,875)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    162,985 miles
    Test number
    965809701720
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear both inner brake hose ferrules [end of brake hoses ] corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle rear subframe and suspension components showing signs of corrosion

  2. Pass151,110 miles (+10,837)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    151,110 miles
    Test number
    956310663759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,273 miles (+9)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    140,273 miles
    Test number
    928328612595
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail140,264 miles (+10,692)1 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,264 miles
    Test number
    593385208111
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass129,572 miles (+10,145)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    129,572 miles
    Test number
    605922730288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,427 miles (+10,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,427 miles
    Test number
    618871683952
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both n/s o/s outer head light lenes misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass109,198 miles (+8,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,198 miles
    Test number
    866901166122
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both n/s o/s outer headlight lenses misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear n/s brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,885 miles (+10,826)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,885 miles
    Test number
    414761993330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,059 miles (+7,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,059 miles
    Test number
    873862620846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass82,994 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,994 miles
    Test number
    915481093040
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))

  11. Fail82,989 miles (+5,303)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,989 miles
    Test number
    580679503595
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid suspect blockage or defective impeller (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))

  12. Pass77,686 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,686 miles
    Test number
    118291438216
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail77,686 miles (+5,167)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,686 miles
    Test number
    438617740015
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass72,519 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    72,519 miles
    Test number
    434409280262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail72,519 miles (+11,617)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,519 miles
    Test number
    533565420469
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass60,902 miles (+5,770)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,902 miles
    Test number
    835316315139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,132 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,132 miles
    Test number
    826272444258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail55,132 miles (+12,066)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,132 miles
    Test number
    655661944206
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass43,066 miles (+6,765)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,066 miles
    Test number
    385051762212
    • NoteTraction control light on

  20. Pass36,301 miles (+6,256)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,301 miles
    Test number
    759439341223
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded

  21. Pass30,045 miles (+4,375)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,045 miles
    Test number
    953320550228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,670 miles (+3,687)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,670 miles
    Test number
    860585469265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,983 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,983 miles
    Test number
    663606328365
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail21,970 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,970 miles
    Test number
    821213828391
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L9 TAT

Does L9 TAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L9 TAT is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L9 TAT?
The MOT on L9 TAT is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L9 TAT done?
L9 TAT was recorded at 162,985 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 7,929 miles a year.
Has L9 TAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L9 TAT has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L9 TAT 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 L9 TAT find?
L9 TAT passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake disc worn; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear both inner brake hose ferrules [end of brake hoses ] corroded; rear rear axle oil leak, and 1 more.

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