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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LP61 CVLMOT history

LP61 CVL is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 97,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
97,488 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 CVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 CVL was last recorded at 97,488 miles on 19 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,488 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,488 miles
  • 2025 – 93,675 miles
  • 2024 – 87,340 miles
  • 2023 – 82,085 miles
  • 2022 – 76,874 miles
  • 2021 – 72,420 miles
  • 2020 – 67,779 miles
  • 2019 – 62,022 miles
  • 2018 – 56,459 miles
  • 2017 – 50,355 miles
  • 2016 – 45,148 miles
  • 2015 – 33,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,488 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside daylight running light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,488 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,488 miles
    Test number
    590886144351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside daylight running light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail97,488 miles (+3,813)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,488 miles
    Test number
    683576703612
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside daylight running light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass93,675 miles (+6,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    93,675 miles
    Test number
    553705474965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front DRL not working
  4. Pass87,340 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,340 miles
    Test number
    769169692678
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Fail87,340 miles (+5,255)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,340 miles
    Test number
    354568502002
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass82,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,085 miles
    Test number
    813783187767
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail82,085 miles (+5,211)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,085 miles
    Test number
    746557926249
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass76,874 miles (+4,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    76,874 miles
    Test number
    644938402439
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre tread getting low.rear wiper blade end split.front & rear shock absorber gaiters split
  9. Pass72,420 miles (+4,641)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,420 miles
    Test number
    215259511391
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation within lamp assy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear shock absorber gaiters split.
  10. Pass67,779 miles (+5,757)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,779 miles
    Test number
    857005663372
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation behind lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass62,022 miles (+5,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,022 miles
    Test number
    524842534858
    • AdvisorySlight chips in windscreen,inner rear wheel arches covered,rear brake pads getting low,front brake hoses part shrouded,brake fluid & oil service showing as due,oversills & undershields fitted
  12. Pass56,459 miles (+6,104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    56,459 miles
    Test number
    540162761145
    • AdvisoryEmissions trigger point not met
    • AdvisoryTested when wet
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted
  13. Pass50,355 miles (+5,207)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,355 miles
    Test number
    146403060859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,148 miles (+11,474)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,148 miles
    Test number
    670125425101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    33,674 miles
    Test number
    168341725078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,674 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,674 miles
    Test number
    718381325095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LP61 CVL

Does LP61 CVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 CVL is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 CVL?
The MOT on LP61 CVL is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 CVL done?
LP61 CVL was recorded at 97,488 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 5,635 miles a year.
Has LP61 CVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 CVL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 CVL 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 LP61 CVL find?
LP61 CVL passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside daylight running light not working, and 1 more.

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