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Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,499 cc

LB18 MVLMOT history

LB18 MVL is a black petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 21 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 79,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
79,267 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 MVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
21 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 MVL was last recorded at 79,267 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 6,928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,339 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,928 miles
Average per year
9,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,267 miles
  • 2025 – 72,339 miles
  • 2024 – 64,752 miles
  • 2023 – 57,676 miles
  • 2022 – 44,262 miles
  • 2021 – 29,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,267 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 18 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,267 miles (+6,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    79,267 miles
    Test number
    691338519436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass72,339 miles (+7,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,339 miles
    Test number
    483235982352
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass64,752 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    64,752 miles
    Test number
    404109918682
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail64,752 miles (+7,076)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,752 miles
    Test number
    540953973928
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass57,676 miles (+13,414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    57,676 miles
    Test number
    380549477904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/r18 close centre tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/r18 tread on legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close centre tread. (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass44,262 miles (+15,262)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    44,262 miles
    Test number
    747478465709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass29,000 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,000 miles
    Test number
    874279988952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,900 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    27,900 miles
    Test number
    818838001283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LB18 MVL

Does LB18 MVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 MVL is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 MVL?
The MOT on LB18 MVL is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB18 MVL done?
LB18 MVL was recorded at 79,267 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 9,895 miles a year.
Has LB18 MVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 MVL has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB18 MVL 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 LB18 MVL find?
LB18 MVL passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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