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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 LYFMOT history

LB09 LYF is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 27 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 123,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
123,879 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 LYF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 LYF was last recorded at 123,879 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,879 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,879 miles
  • 2025 – 123,796 miles
  • 2023 – 118,511 miles
  • 2022 – 109,375 miles
  • 2021 – 100,295 miles
  • 2014 – 42,463 miles
  • 2012 – 18,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,879 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 29 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    123,879 miles
    Test number
    890892616582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,879 miles (+83)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,879 miles
    Test number
    121876713501
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass123,796 miles (+5,285)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    123,796 miles
    Test number
    106580972646
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass118,511 miles (+9,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    118,511 miles
    Test number
    692804989661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass109,375 miles (+9,080)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    109,375 miles
    Test number
    317879094895
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  6. Pass100,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,295 miles
    Test number
    519964541884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,295 miles (+57,832)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,295 miles
    Test number
    370595047426
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass42,463 miles (+24,111)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,463 miles
    Test number
    208139294426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,352 miles
    Test number
    216051582110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 LYF

Does LB09 LYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 LYF is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 LYF?
The MOT on LB09 LYF is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 LYF done?
LB09 LYF was recorded at 123,879 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 7,721 miles a year.
Has LB09 LYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 LYF has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 LYF 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 LYF find?
LB09 LYF passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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