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BMW 5 Series

Black · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2018 · 1,998 cc

LS18 VDMMOT history

LS18 VDM is a black hybrid electric (clean) BMW 5 Series first used on 6 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 112,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

LS18 VDM black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
112,434 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
15,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS18 VDM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
6 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS18 VDM was last recorded at 112,434 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 6,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,239 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
6,195 miles
Average per year
15,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,434 miles
  • 2025 – 106,239 miles
  • 2024 – 84,248 miles
  • 2023 – 68,728 miles
  • 2022 – 50,501 miles
  • 2021 – 35,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,434 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 29 Jan 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,434 miles (+6,195)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    112,434 miles
    Test number
    113578495577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,239 miles (+21,991)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    106,239 miles
    Test number
    328244942750
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass84,248 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    84,248 miles
    Test number
    284711337789
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail84,240 miles (+15,512)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,240 miles
    Test number
    571935068305
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass68,728 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    68,728 miles
    Test number
    529981968522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail68,719 miles (+18,218)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,719 miles
    Test number
    751064914739
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass50,501 miles (+8,130)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    50,501 miles
    Test number
    385734924504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass42,371 miles (+7,223)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    42,371 miles
    Test number
    435813226017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    35,148 miles
    Test number
    289060319565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS18 VDM

Does LS18 VDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS18 VDM is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS18 VDM?
The MOT on LS18 VDM is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS18 VDM done?
LS18 VDM was recorded at 112,434 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 15,007 miles a year.
Has LS18 VDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS18 VDM has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS18 VDM 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 LS18 VDM find?
LS18 VDM passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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