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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 LJYMOT history

LB09 LJY is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 27 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 141,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
141,420 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 LJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 LJY was last recorded at 141,420 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,419 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,420 miles
  • 2025 – 136,876 miles
  • 2024 – 132,611 miles
  • 2023 – 128,092 miles
  • 2022 – 123,368 miles
  • 2021 – 118,384 miles
  • 2019 – 108,778 miles
  • 2018 – 100,237 miles
  • 2017 – 90,919 miles
  • 2016 – 80,414 miles
  • 2015 – 69,372 miles
  • 2014 – 56,131 miles
  • 2013 – 43,318 miles
  • 2012 – 28,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,420 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,420 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    141,420 miles
    Test number
    117844219672
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  2. Fail141,419 miles (+4,543)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,419 miles
    Test number
    237048974497
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  3. Pass136,876 miles (+4,265)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    136,876 miles
    Test number
    783236021446
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass132,611 miles (+4,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    132,611 miles
    Test number
    979751425205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  5. Pass128,092 miles (+4,724)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    128,092 miles
    Test number
    976930662435
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass123,368 miles (+4,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    123,368 miles
    Test number
    808844519311
    • 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. Pass118,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    118,384 miles
    Test number
    425929029417
    • 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))
  8. Fail118,384 miles (+9,606)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,384 miles
    Test number
    162958621624
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  9. Pass108,778 miles (+8,541)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,778 miles
    Test number
    263067462002
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack. zone B (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass100,237 miles (+9,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    100,237 miles
    Test number
    685237959316
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass90,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,919 miles
    Test number
    547317398717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,919 miles (+10,505)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,919 miles
    Test number
    764227199377
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass80,414 miles (+11,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,414 miles
    Test number
    644176688644
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass69,372 miles (+13,241)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,372 miles
    Test number
    653675283812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,131 miles (+12,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,131 miles
    Test number
    965556814212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass43,318 miles (+14,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,318 miles
    Test number
    225037413270
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass28,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,709 miles
    Test number
    189091702261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 LJY

Does LB09 LJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 LJY is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 LJY?
The MOT on LB09 LJY is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 LJY done?
LB09 LJY was recorded at 141,420 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 8,034 miles a year.
Has LB09 LJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 LJY has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 LJY 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 LB09 LJY find?
LB09 LJY passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; rear prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated.

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