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BMW 118

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 GYAMOT history

LB05 GYA is a grey petrol BMW 118 first used on 22 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2026
Mileage
143,353 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 GYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 GYA was last recorded at 143,353 miles on 27 Jul 2025, 457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,896 miles · 23 May 2024
Between the last two tests
457 miles
Average per year
7,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,353 miles
  • 2024 – 142,896 miles
  • 2023 – 136,215 miles
  • 2021 – 123,975 miles
  • 2020 – 118,576 miles
  • 2019 – 113,657 miles
  • 2018 – 111,138 miles
  • 2017 – 103,143 miles
  • 2016 – 86,099 miles
  • 2015 – 67,896 miles
  • 2014 – 61,156 miles
  • 2013 – 50,644 miles
  • 2012 – 45,281 miles
  • 2011 – 39,961 miles
  • 2010 – 34,257 miles
  • 2009 – 27,146 miles
  • 2008 – 17,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,353 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,353 miles
    Test number
    175305341780
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail143,353 miles (+457)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,353 miles
    Test number
    527406388287
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no screenwash (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,896 miles (+6,681)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    142,896 miles
    Test number
    953135219507
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass136,215 miles (+12,240)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    136,215 miles
    Test number
    791765348923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,975 miles
    Test number
    253087301449
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  6. Fail123,975 miles (+5,399)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,975 miles
    Test number
    572825421020
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  7. Pass118,576 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,576 miles
    Test number
    347925320416
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail118,564 miles (+4,907)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,564 miles
    Test number
    496973957586
    • MajorEmissions not tested high reading and smoking/ (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass113,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,657 miles
    Test number
    805620287118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,657 miles (+2,519)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,657 miles
    Test number
    338433070414
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  11. Pass111,138 miles (+7,995)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    111,138 miles
    Test number
    363557559170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,143 miles (+17,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,143 miles
    Test number
    552447813199
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass86,099 miles (+18,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,099 miles
    Test number
    273996484538
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  14. Pass67,896 miles (+6,740)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    67,896 miles
    Test number
    285769375077
    • NoteBoth front flexi brake hoses perishing.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges.
    • NotePlastic sills fitted.
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass61,156 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,156 miles
    Test number
    515653694064
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail61,156 miles (+10,512)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,156 miles
    Test number
    957053994065
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass50,644 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,644 miles
    Test number
    926976903195
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail50,644 miles (+5,363)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,644 miles
    Test number
    577526603199
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass45,281 miles (+5,320)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,281 miles
    Test number
    175794452095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,961 miles (+5,704)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,961 miles
    Test number
    507920431177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,257 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,257 miles
    Test number
    813963100100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,146 miles (+10,038)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,146 miles
    Test number
    390130219178
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDoor handles stick when opened

  23. Pass17,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,108 miles
    Test number
    103471138114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 GYA

Does LB05 GYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 GYA expired on 26 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 GYA?
The MOT on LB05 GYA expired on 26 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 GYA done?
LB05 GYA was recorded at 143,353 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2025, an average of 7,334 miles a year.
Has LB05 GYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 GYA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 GYA 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 LB05 GYA find?
LB05 GYA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear control arm bushes.

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