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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

LS13 VWHMOT history

LS13 VWH is a black diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 17 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 138,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

LS13 VWH black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
138,388 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS13 VWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
17 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS13 VWH was last recorded at 138,388 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 6,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,807 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,581 miles
Average per year
8,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,388 miles
  • 2025 – 131,807 miles
  • 2024 – 126,368 miles
  • 2023 – 120,981 miles
  • 2022 – 114,749 miles
  • 2021 – 108,302 miles
  • 2020 – 103,233 miles
  • 2019 – 94,729 miles
  • 2018 – 82,805 miles
  • 2017 – 67,034 miles
  • 2016 – 45,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,388 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively FRONT BRAKE DISCS, LIPPED AND WORN.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING BADLY ON EDGES, JUST LEGAL.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear N/S HANDBRAKE WORKING, REDUCED EFFORT, MEET REQUIREMENTS.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGES.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,388 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    138,388 miles
    Test number
    308013823169
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail138,388 miles (+6,581)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,388 miles
    Test number
    718054077438
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass131,807 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    131,807 miles
    Test number
    295143630540
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively FRONT BRAKE DISCS, LIPPED AND WORN. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING BADLY ON EDGES, JUST LEGAL. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear N/S HANDBRAKE WORKING, REDUCED EFFORT, MEET REQUIREMENTS.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail131,805 miles (+5,437)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,805 miles
    Test number
    115579887137
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively FRONT BRAKE DISCS, LIPPED AND WORN. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING BADLY ON EDGES, JUST LEGAL. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear N/S HANDBRAKE WORKING, REDUCED EFFORT, MEET REQUIREMENTS.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass126,368 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,368 miles
    Test number
    705856621017
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail126,368 miles (+5,387)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,368 miles
    Test number
    665019037939
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass120,981 miles (+6,232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    120,981 miles
    Test number
    454975519311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass114,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,749 miles
    Test number
    410800213904
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail114,749 miles (+6,447)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,749 miles
    Test number
    692863863928
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass108,302 miles (+5,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,302 miles
    Test number
    303218539093
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass103,233 miles (+8,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,233 miles
    Test number
    667137056380
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass94,729 miles (+11,924)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,729 miles
    Test number
    108489117832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,805 miles (+15,771)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,805 miles
    Test number
    875138860596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,034 miles
    Test number
    769647519082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,034 miles (+21,811)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,034 miles
    Test number
    556356653015
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass45,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,223 miles
    Test number
    633834882245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS13 VWH

Does LS13 VWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS13 VWH is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS13 VWH?
The MOT on LS13 VWH is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS13 VWH done?
LS13 VWH was recorded at 138,388 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 8,850 miles a year.
Has LS13 VWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS13 VWH has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS13 VWH 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 LS13 VWH find?
LS13 VWH passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: rear windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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