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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LA55 WKFMOT history

LA55 WKF is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 28 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2024
Mileage
120,851 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 WKF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA55 WKF was last recorded at 120,851 miles on 23 Nov 2024, 3,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,550 miles · 18 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,301 miles
Average per year
6,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 120,851 miles
  • 2023 – 117,550 miles
  • 2022 – 111,246 miles
  • 2021 – 106,771 miles
  • 2020 – 103,725 miles
  • 2019 – 96,167 miles
  • 2018 – 87,617 miles
  • 2017 – 80,635 miles
  • 2016 – 73,152 miles
  • 2015 – 65,798 miles
  • 2014 – 60,268 miles
  • 2013 – 48,298 miles
  • 2012 – 45,055 miles
  • 2011 – 39,901 miles
  • 2010 – 34,760 miles
  • 2009 – 29,832 miles
  • 2008 – 23,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,851 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side Both sides below requirements (1.4.1 (a))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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 Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including all suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,851 miles (+3,301)6 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,851 miles
    Test number
    866297777261
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side Both sides below requirements (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  2. Pass117,550 miles (+6,304)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,550 miles
    Test number
    497272815434
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer bumper slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,246 miles (+4,475)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    111,246 miles
    Test number
    805998260131
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,771 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    106,771 miles
    Test number
    353656300340
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail106,771 miles (+3,046)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,771 miles
    Test number
    339185085587
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,725 miles (+7,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    103,725 miles
    Test number
    995843676779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass96,167 miles (+8,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,167 miles
    Test number
    843198756269
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn low

  8. Pass87,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,617 miles
    Test number
    327168832192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,617 miles (+6,982)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,617 miles
    Test number
    860286278898
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,635 miles (+7,483)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,635 miles
    Test number
    979516209402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,152 miles (+7,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,152 miles
    Test number
    276279479395
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass65,798 miles (+5,530)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,798 miles
    Test number
    443524865399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,268 miles (+11,970)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,268 miles
    Test number
    858225124331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,298 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,298 miles
    Test number
    429472433457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,292 miles (+3,237)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,292 miles
    Test number
    727681033360
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass45,055 miles (+5,154)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    45,055 miles
    Test number
    699513052336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass39,901 miles (+5,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    39,901 miles
    Test number
    458378441413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass34,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,760 miles
    Test number
    554403260366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,760 miles (+4,928)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,760 miles
    Test number
    462622750426
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass29,832 miles (+6,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,832 miles
    Test number
    880353449367
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass23,001 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,001 miles
    Test number
    123557758306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,910 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,910 miles
    Test number
    961392258326
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA55 WKF

Does LA55 WKF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 WKF expired on 27 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 WKF?
The MOT on LA55 WKF expired on 27 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 WKF done?
LA55 WKF was recorded at 120,851 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2024, an average of 6,147 miles a year.
Has LA55 WKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 WKF has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 WKF 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 LA55 WKF find?
LA55 WKF failed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2024 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 14 more.

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