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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB06 ZHAMOT history

LB06 ZHA is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 27 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 170,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2025
Mileage
170,972 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 ZHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB06 ZHA was last recorded at 170,972 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 14,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,403 miles · 2 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
14,569 miles
Average per year
9,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,972 miles
  • 2024 – 156,403 miles
  • 2023 – 142,271 miles
  • 2022 – 133,872 miles
  • 2021 – 123,144 miles
  • 2019 – 106,168 miles
  • 2018 – 99,930 miles
  • 2017 – 94,033 miles
  • 2016 – 88,664 miles
  • 2015 – 82,476 miles
  • 2014 – 78,641 miles
  • 2013 – 69,461 miles
  • 2012 – 58,557 miles
  • 2011 – 45,645 miles
  • 2010 – 32,862 miles
  • 2009 – 19,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail170,972 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened subframe mounting plate (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn also bent (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective broken off (6.1.2 (a))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both front brake flex hoses starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Damaged front number plate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Small oil leak gearbox area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail170,972 miles (+14,569)1 dangerous11 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,972 miles
    Test number
    617916932031
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened subframe mounting plate (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn also bent (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective broken off (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass156,403 miles (+14,132)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    156,403 miles
    Test number
    703925376613
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various some close to failure limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides various (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded/ under body tray fitted

  3. Pass142,271 miles (+8,399)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    142,271 miles
    Test number
    503952257121
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured various (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/tray fitted
    • AdvisoryVarious shock-absorber casing corroded

  4. Pass133,872 miles (+10,728)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    133,872 miles
    Test number
    273165628668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,144 miles
    Test number
    993795309891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Fail123,144 miles (+16,976)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,144 miles
    Test number
    112216594403
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass106,168 miles (+6,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,168 miles
    Test number
    362014131944
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass99,930 miles (+5,897)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    99,930 miles
    Test number
    545181327691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,033 miles (+18)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,033 miles
    Test number
    615942517420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flex hoses starting to crack
    • AdvisoryDamaged front number plate
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak gearbox area
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak steering rack area
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view

  10. Fail94,015 miles (+5,351)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,015 miles
    Test number
    618040608025
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flex hoses starting to crack
    • AdvisoryDamaged front number plate
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak gearbox area
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak steering rack area
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view

  11. Pass88,664 miles (+6,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    88,664 miles
    Test number
    292209425216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing outer edge

  12. Pass82,476 miles (+3,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,476 miles
    Test number
    894157875594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass78,641 miles (+264)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,641 miles
    Test number
    827024694264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,377 miles (+8,916)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,377 miles
    Test number
    445197124139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,461 miles (+10,904)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,461 miles
    Test number
    435096973125
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass58,557 miles (+12,912)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,557 miles
    Test number
    325211382133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,645 miles (+12,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,645 miles
    Test number
    166571261195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass32,862 miles (+13,339)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,862 miles
    Test number
    862643570106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,523 miles
    Test number
    670707469185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 ZHA

Does LB06 ZHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 ZHA expired on 1 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 ZHA?
The MOT on LB06 ZHA expired on 1 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 ZHA done?
LB06 ZHA was recorded at 170,972 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 9,298 miles a year.
Has LB06 ZHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 ZHA has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 ZHA 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 LB06 ZHA find?
LB06 ZHA failed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; headlamp aim unable to be tested, and 16 more.

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