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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LB13 AZJMOT history

LB13 AZJ is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 28 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 120,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
120,375 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB13 AZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB13 AZJ was last recorded at 120,375 miles on 14 May 2026, 12,129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,246 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,129 miles
Average per year
10,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,375 miles
  • 2024 – 108,246 miles
  • 2023 – 100,499 miles
  • 2022 – 94,022 miles
  • 2021 – 87,179 miles
  • 2020 – 84,064 miles
  • 2019 – 67,617 miles
  • 2018 – 47,043 miles
  • 2017 – 36,349 miles
  • 2016 – 21,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,375 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central exhaust mount weak causing exhaust to contact nearside rear brace

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges suspect being run underinflated (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,375 miles (+12,129)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,375 miles
    Test number
    943419718798
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,246 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    108,246 miles
    Test number
    406332304801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail108,246 miles (+7,747)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,246 miles
    Test number
    498538042061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    100,499 miles
    Test number
    257874662537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail100,499 miles (+6,477)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,499 miles
    Test number
    580125890936
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass94,022 miles (+6,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    94,022 miles
    Test number
    350972144533
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass87,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,179 miles
    Test number
    694293530322
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail87,179 miles (+3,115)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,179 miles
    Test number
    230335767844
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass84,064 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,064 miles
    Test number
    538158026053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail84,059 miles (+16,442)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,059 miles
    Test number
    927932766926
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s and o/s (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass67,617 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    668646874760
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail67,615 miles (+20,572)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,615 miles
    Test number
    205269539625
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass47,043 miles (+10,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,043 miles
    Test number
    412001009311
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass36,349 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    36,349 miles
    Test number
    388511669720
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mount weak causing exhaust to contact nearside rear brace
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges suspect being run underinflated (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit as nearside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cuts in outer sidewall but no cords are visible
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant level very low 4 litres added
    • AdvisorySills covered

  15. Fail36,347 miles (+15,282)6 failures2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,347 miles
    Test number
    157365607284
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rack end ? (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35-18 bridgestone run flat fitted (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mount weak causing exhaust to contact nearside rear brace
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges suspect being run underinflated (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit as nearside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cuts in outer sidewall but no cords are visible
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant level very low 4 litres added
    • AdvisorySills covered

  16. Pass21,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    21,065 miles
    Test number
    364753506814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB13 AZJ

Does LB13 AZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB13 AZJ is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB13 AZJ?
The MOT on LB13 AZJ is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB13 AZJ done?
LB13 AZJ was recorded at 120,375 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 10,095 miles a year.
Has LB13 AZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB13 AZJ has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB13 AZJ 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 LB13 AZJ find?
LB13 AZJ passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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