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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LE53 SMSMOT history

LE53 SMS is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 17 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 167,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2024
Mileage
167,238 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 SMS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 SMS was last recorded at 167,238 miles on 6 Oct 2023, 14,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,150 miles · 30 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
14,088 miles
Average per year
8,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,238 miles
  • 2021 – 153,150 miles
  • 2020 – 141,922 miles
  • 2019 – 132,018 miles
  • 2018 – 121,649 miles
  • 2017 – 115,765 miles
  • 2015 – 104,737 miles
  • 2014 – 96,123 miles
  • 2013 – 84,125 miles
  • 2012 – 74,521 miles
  • 2011 – 62,438 miles
  • 2010 – 47,378 miles
  • 2009 – 36,666 miles
  • 2008 – 28,039 miles
  • 2007 – 24,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,238 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,238 miles (+14,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    167,238 miles
    Test number
    635367038304
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,150 miles (+11,228)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    153,150 miles
    Test number
    983430188343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass141,922 miles (+9,904)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    141,922 miles
    Test number
    655300151521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,018 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    132,018 miles
    Test number
    965379496138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail132,006 miles (+10,357)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,006 miles
    Test number
    407873529436
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded rear pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass121,649 miles (+5,884)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,649 miles
    Test number
    341036486917
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pad's look to be getting low?
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm, worn smooth on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread at 3.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass115,765 miles (+96)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    115,765 miles
    Test number
    513117933191
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail115,669 miles (+10,932)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,669 miles
    Test number
    834465999074
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass104,737 miles (+8,614)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    104,737 miles
    Test number
    529694328895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,123 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    96,123 miles
    Test number
    519698354350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail96,123 miles (+11,998)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,123 miles
    Test number
    605838954316
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass84,125 miles (+9,604)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,125 miles
    Test number
    699521403373
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres getting low tread, slightly deteriorated

  13. Pass74,521 miles (+12,083)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,521 miles
    Test number
    297134902388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,438 miles (+15,060)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,438 miles
    Test number
    396942301333
    • NoteBoth front wheels are buckled on inner rims and only just met requirement
    • NoteCannot see brake reservoir to check level

  15. Pass47,378 miles (+10,712)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    47,378 miles
    Test number
    473352100476
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  16. Pass36,666 miles (+8,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    910969279262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass28,039 miles (+3,950)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,039 miles
    Test number
    893258368288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBuckle to nearside front wheel inner rim

  18. Pass24,089 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,089 miles
    Test number
    374408867294
    • NoteBuckles to inner rims on nearside front and nearside rear wheels

Questions about LE53 SMS

Does LE53 SMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE53 SMS expired on 5 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE53 SMS?
The MOT on LE53 SMS expired on 5 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE53 SMS done?
LE53 SMS was recorded at 167,238 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2023, an average of 8,930 miles a year.
Has LE53 SMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 SMS has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on LE53 SMS 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 LE53 SMS find?
LE53 SMS passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both side; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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