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BMW 118

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 LKAMOT history

LB09 LKA is a red diesel BMW 118 first used on 26 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 162,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
162,780 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 LKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 LKA was last recorded at 162,780 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 15,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,803 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
15,977 miles
Average per year
5,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,780 miles
  • 2025 – 146,803 miles
  • 2023 – 136,536 miles
  • 2022 – 128,863 miles
  • 2021 – 127,904 miles
  • 2019 – 122,425 miles
  • 2018 – 119,748 miles
  • 2017 – 117,185 miles
  • 2016 – 114,615 miles
  • 2015 – 111,601 miles
  • 2014 – 107,372 miles
  • 2013 – 104,267 miles
  • 2012 – 82,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,780 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm inner bush (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main runs into flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,780 miles (+15,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    162,780 miles
    Test number
    151678594350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass146,803 miles (+10,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    146,803 miles
    Test number
    724062792218
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,536 miles (+49)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    136,536 miles
    Test number
    887512318210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main runs into flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail136,487 miles (+5,337)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,487 miles
    Test number
    225609349714
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted Spring clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main runs into flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,150 miles (+2,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    131,150 miles
    Test number
    314613556909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,863 miles (+959)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,863 miles
    Test number
    170172347387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,904 miles (+5,479)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    127,904 miles
    Test number
    690007817637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,425 miles (+2,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,425 miles
    Test number
    620972995113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass119,748 miles (+2,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,748 miles
    Test number
    123702272422
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass117,185 miles (+2,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    117,185 miles
    Test number
    696873723492
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass114,615 miles (+3,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,615 miles
    Test number
    806152564887
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake discs slightly corroded

  12. Pass111,601 miles (+4,229)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    111,601 miles
    Test number
    338597285178
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass107,372 miles (+3,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,372 miles
    Test number
    737699774188
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass104,267 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,267 miles
    Test number
    379527783157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,256 miles (+22,101)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,256 miles
    Test number
    446233883160
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass82,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,155 miles
    Test number
    885680262144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LB09 LKA

Does LB09 LKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 LKA is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 LKA?
The MOT on LB09 LKA is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 LKA done?
LB09 LKA was recorded at 162,780 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 5,932 miles a year.
Has LB09 LKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 LKA has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB09 LKA 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 LKA find?
LB09 LKA passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm inner bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm inner bush; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm inner bush.

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