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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 HWWMOT history

LB05 HWW is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 198,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2026
Mileage
198,818 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 HWW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 HWW was last recorded at 198,818 miles on 11 Jan 2025, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,775 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
10,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,818 miles
  • 2024 – 198,775 miles
  • 2023 – 194,762 miles
  • 2022 – 192,664 miles
  • 2021 – 189,971 miles
  • 2020 – 182,718 miles
  • 2019 – 176,508 miles
  • 2018 – 163,062 miles
  • 2017 – 150,677 miles
  • 2016 – 137,269 miles
  • 2015 – 130,568 miles
  • 2014 – 119,056 miles
  • 2013 – 109,131 miles
  • 2012 – 100,403 miles
  • 2011 – 92,654 miles
  • 2010 – 74,548 miles
  • 2009 – 54,336 miles
  • 2008 – 38,044 miles
  • 2007 – 20,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,818 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,818 miles (+43)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    198,818 miles
    Test number
    256846663653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  2. Fail198,775 miles (+4,013)4 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,775 miles
    Test number
    137129810008
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass194,762 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    194,762 miles
    Test number
    454942065328
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail194,760 miles (+2,096)2 dangerous9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,760 miles
    Test number
    265004946190
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass192,664 miles (+2,693)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    192,664 miles
    Test number
    276545382648
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass189,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    189,971 miles
    Test number
    896690576541
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met requirements

  7. Fail189,969 miles (+7,251)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,969 miles
    Test number
    936551737406
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass182,718 miles (+6,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    182,718 miles
    Test number
    499797341474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass176,508 miles (+13,446)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    176,508 miles
    Test number
    692983998773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass163,062 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    163,062 miles
    Test number
    411716645919
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail163,062 miles (+12,385)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,062 miles
    Test number
    376078666858
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass150,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    150,677 miles
    Test number
    291539401121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail150,677 miles (+13,408)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,677 miles
    Test number
    757565158427
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass137,269 miles (+6,701)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    137,269 miles
    Test number
    877144316399
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake caliper clip missing on o/s/r

  15. Pass130,568 miles (+11,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    130,568 miles
    Test number
    884365320326
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass119,056 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    119,056 miles
    Test number
    348248694228
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail119,056 miles (+9,925)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,056 miles
    Test number
    318878194490
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass109,131 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    109,131 miles
    Test number
    708158303399
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail109,130 miles (+8,727)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,130 miles
    Test number
    638248803387
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass100,403 miles (+7,749)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    100,403 miles
    Test number
    318007912379
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir bag and seat belt warning lamps on
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp displayed on dash
    • NoteFront brake pads worn close to limit

  21. Pass92,654 miles (+18,106)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    92,654 miles
    Test number
    287116711389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,548 miles (+20,212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    74,548 miles
    Test number
    820303600325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass54,336 miles (+16,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,336 miles
    Test number
    604944439218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass38,044 miles (+17,392)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,044 miles
    Test number
    230752048229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    20,652 miles
    Test number
    691480127264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 HWW

Does LB05 HWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 HWW expired on 10 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 HWW?
The MOT on LB05 HWW expired on 10 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 HWW done?
LB05 HWW was recorded at 198,818 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2025, an average of 10,222 miles a year.
Has LB05 HWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 HWW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 HWW 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 HWW find?
LB05 HWW passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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