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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

LA55 FAYMOT history

LA55 FAY is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 28 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 136,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
136,903 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 FAY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
28 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 FAY was last recorded at 136,903 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,772 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
131 miles
Average per year
12,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,903 miles
  • 2025 – 124,960 miles
  • 2024 – 112,941 miles
  • 2023 – 100,460 miles
  • 2022 – 88,705 miles
  • 2021 – 79,481 miles
  • 2020 – 65,889 miles
  • 2019 – 47,245 miles
  • 2018 – 40,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,903 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant level lowRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 28 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,903 miles (+131)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    136,903 miles
    Test number
    992414312285
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  2. Fail136,772 miles (+11,812)1 major2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,772 miles
    Test number
    559628426876
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  3. Pass124,960 miles (+12,019)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    124,960 miles
    Test number
    323038118164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass112,941 miles (+12,481)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    112,941 miles
    Test number
    349039134994
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass100,460 miles (+11,755)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    100,460 miles
    Test number
    514832074150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,705 miles (+9,224)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,705 miles
    Test number
    636738980321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,481 miles (+13,592)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,481 miles
    Test number
    910521095460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,889 miles (+18,644)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,889 miles
    Test number
    169933251184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,245 miles (+7,103)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    47,245 miles
    Test number
    675230608762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,142 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,142 miles
    Test number
    867315612917
    • 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))

Questions about LA55 FAY

Does LA55 FAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 FAY is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 FAY?
The MOT on LA55 FAY 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 LA55 FAY done?
LA55 FAY was recorded at 136,903 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 12,112 miles a year.
Has LA55 FAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 FAY has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 FAY 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 LA55 FAY find?
LA55 FAY passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted inner rim buckled; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 6 more.

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