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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

N23 OLLMOT history

N23 OLL is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 24 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 167,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
167,705 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N23 OLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N23 OLL was last recorded at 167,705 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 94 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,611 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
94 miles
Average per year
8,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,705 miles
  • 2024 – 155,903 miles
  • 2023 – 146,192 miles
  • 2022 – 137,615 miles
  • 2021 – 130,991 miles
  • 2020 – 127,418 miles
  • 2019 – 115,963 miles
  • 2017 – 108,570 miles
  • 2016 – 98,495 miles
  • 2015 – 89,287 miles
  • 2014 – 79,356 miles
  • 2013 – 67,101 miles
  • 2011 – 46,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,705 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,705 miles (+94)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    167,705 miles
    Test number
    165355049514
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion
  2. Fail167,611 miles (+11,708)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,611 miles
    Test number
    929919228063
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion
  3. Pass155,903 miles (+9,711)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    155,903 miles
    Test number
    150561041472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,192 miles (+8,577)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    146,192 miles
    Test number
    954834998951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi poor
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on
  5. Pass137,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    137,615 miles
    Test number
    663471418116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail137,615 miles (+6,624)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,615 miles
    Test number
    924534859856
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  7. Pass130,991 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,991 miles
    Test number
    900138368859
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached os rear corner loose (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf fog light bulb holder
  8. Fail130,985 miles (+3,567)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,985 miles
    Test number
    192809583052
    • DangerousNearside Front Side light is LED
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Bumper loose (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass127,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,418 miles
    Test number
    399494678988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    767146690552
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass125,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    125,197 miles
    Test number
    208139202214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail125,197 miles (+9,234)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,197 miles
    Test number
    176326496772
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass115,963 miles (+7,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    115,963 miles
    Test number
    484849760606
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass108,570 miles (+10,075)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    108,570 miles
    Test number
    510282985499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre side wall cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears on limit. nsr side wall cut (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass98,495 miles (+9,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,495 miles
    Test number
    233462751210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front nail in tyre
  16. Pass89,287 miles (+9,931)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    89,287 miles
    Test number
    149241855069
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteProp-shaft rear rubber coupling deteriorated slightly
  17. Pass79,356 miles (+12,255)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    79,356 miles
    Test number
    807891214082
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass67,101 miles (+20,451)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,101 miles
    Test number
    717645203034
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass46,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,650 miles
    Test number
    367290291452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,650 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,650 miles
    Test number
    478000291287
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about N23 OLL

Does N23 OLL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N23 OLL expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N23 OLL?
The MOT on N23 OLL expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N23 OLL done?
N23 OLL was recorded at 167,705 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 8,670 miles a year.
Has N23 OLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N23 OLL has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on N23 OLL 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 N23 OLL find?
N23 OLL passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe; rear axle corrosion, and 1 more.

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