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BMW 218

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,499 cc

Y7 NLEMOT history

Y7 NLE is a black petrol BMW 218 first used on 22 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 141,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
141,026 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 NLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
218
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
22 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 NLE was last recorded at 141,026 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 10,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,438 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,588 miles
Average per year
13,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,026 miles
  • 2025 – 130,438 miles
  • 2024 – 117,747 miles
  • 2023 – 100,207 miles
  • 2022 – 91,395 miles
  • 2021 – 71,863 miles
  • 2020 – 56,447 miles
  • 2019 – 49,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,026 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit)(ON LIMIT (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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,026 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    141,026 miles
    Test number
    217972672575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit)(ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail141,025 miles (+10,587)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,025 miles
    Test number
    590925151252
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Poor clearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit)(ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass130,438 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    130,438 miles
    Test number
    585131247309
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail130,433 miles (+114)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,433 miles
    Test number
    233462665197
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail130,319 miles (+12,572)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,319 miles
    Test number
    736904387816
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  6. Pass117,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    117,747 miles
    Test number
    541941891442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,747 miles (+17,540)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,747 miles
    Test number
    350662278568
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass100,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,207 miles
    Test number
    796606324034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,207 miles (+8,812)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,207 miles
    Test number
    273700823666
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  10. Pass91,395 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    91,395 miles
    Test number
    440019269544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail91,395 miles (+19,532)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,395 miles
    Test number
    294606170092
    • DangerousNearside Front 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass71,863 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    71,863 miles
    Test number
    960466033151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Fail71,860 miles (+15,413)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,860 miles
    Test number
    482656014723
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass56,447 miles (+7,407)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,447 miles
    Test number
    420423169180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,040 miles
    Test number
    937579861799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y7 NLE

Does Y7 NLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 NLE is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y7 NLE?
The MOT on Y7 NLE is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y7 NLE done?
Y7 NLE was recorded at 141,026 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 13,364 miles a year.
Has Y7 NLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 NLE has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y7 NLE 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 Y7 NLE find?
Y7 NLE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; nearside rear inner road wheel slightly distorted rim; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit)(on limit.

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