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BMW 116

White · Diesel · 2018 · 1,496 cc

LB51 DOWMOT history

LB51 DOW is a white diesel BMW 116 first used on 18 Jan 2018. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 86,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
86,235 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,048 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 DOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
18 Jan 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 DOW was last recorded at 86,235 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 68 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,167 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
68 miles
Average per year
4,048 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,235 miles
  • 2025 – 80,971 miles
  • 2024 – 80,356 miles
  • 2023 – 77,153 miles
  • 2022 – 73,655 miles
  • 2021 – 63,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,235 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 21 Jan 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    86,235 miles
    Test number
    283689919403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail86,235 miles (+68)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,235 miles
    Test number
    886532244572
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail86,167 miles (+5,196)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,167 miles
    Test number
    806084894700
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer treads worn (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass80,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    80,971 miles
    Test number
    324168751511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,971 miles (+191)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,971 miles
    Test number
    798322467592
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass80,780 miles (+424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    80,780 miles
    Test number
    807471951242
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass80,356 miles (+3,203)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    80,356 miles
    Test number
    700563446335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,153 miles (+3,498)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    77,153 miles
    Test number
    857297492638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,655 miles (+10,517)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    73,655 miles
    Test number
    142865302418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,138 miles
    Test number
    975770521953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LB51 DOW

Does LB51 DOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 DOW is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 DOW?
The MOT on LB51 DOW is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 DOW done?
LB51 DOW was recorded at 86,235 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,048 miles a year.
Has LB51 DOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 DOW has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 DOW 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 LB51 DOW find?
LB51 DOW passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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