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BMW 120

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L30 LDBMOT history

L30 LDB is a silver diesel BMW 120 first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 182,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2024
Mileage
182,962 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2024
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 LDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L30 LDB was last recorded at 182,962 miles on 26 Nov 2024, 9,348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,614 miles · 17 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
9,348 miles
Average per year
12,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 182,962 miles
  • 2023 – 173,614 miles
  • 2022 – 155,709 miles
  • 2021 – 133,150 miles
  • 2020 – 114,145 miles
  • 2019 – 98,626 miles
  • 2018 – 91,807 miles
  • 2017 – 85,491 miles
  • 2016 – 69,137 miles
  • 2015 – 58,257 miles
  • 2014 – 47,046 miles
  • 2013 – 36,390 miles
  • 2012 – 25,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,962 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCondensation in front headlamps
  • AdvisoryFront wiper blades worn
  • AdvisorySurface rust on front and rear brake discs
  • AdvisoryTpms light on

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,962 miles (+9,348)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,962 miles
    Test number
    193455633812
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCondensation in front headlamps
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades worn
    • AdvisorySurface rust on front and rear brake discs
    • AdvisoryTpms light on
  2. Pass173,614 miles (+17,905)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    173,614 miles
    Test number
    616945220021
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested and passed; readings too low to be registered by DSM
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light indicates a fault
  3. Pass155,709 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    155,709 miles
    Test number
    168699284997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. Fail155,703 miles (+22,553)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,703 miles
    Test number
    765430589894
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass133,150 miles (+19,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    133,150 miles
    Test number
    536665784394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass114,145 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    114,145 miles
    Test number
    356771799536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning light illuminated
  7. Fail114,142 miles (+15,516)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,142 miles
    Test number
    109297378736
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Semaphore indicator arm incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Semaphore indicator arm incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning light illuminated
  8. Pass98,626 miles (+6,819)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,626 miles
    Test number
    512939677416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,807 miles (+6,316)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,807 miles
    Test number
    207381228452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,491 miles (+16,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,491 miles
    Test number
    686098120279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass69,137 miles (+10,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,137 miles
    Test number
    378134338992
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass58,257 miles (+11,211)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,257 miles
    Test number
    587989095020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,046 miles (+10,656)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,046 miles
    Test number
    539697574038
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass36,390 miles (+10,947)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,390 miles
    Test number
    795383563034
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
  15. Pass25,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,443 miles
    Test number
    176152872023
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L30 LDB

Does L30 LDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 LDB expired on 16 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 LDB?
The MOT on L30 LDB expired on 16 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 LDB done?
L30 LDB was recorded at 182,962 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2024, an average of 12,394 miles a year.
Has L30 LDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 LDB has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L30 LDB 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 L30 LDB find?
L30 LDB failed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 4 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; offside side repeater not working, and 4 more.

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