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BMW 1 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LB54 GVRMOT history

LB54 GVR is a black petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 17 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,043 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 GVR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 GVR was last recorded at 80,043 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 979 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,064 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
979 miles
Average per year
3,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,043 miles
  • 2025 – 79,064 miles
  • 2024 – 78,127 miles
  • 2023 – 76,501 miles
  • 2022 – 74,234 miles
  • 2021 – 72,147 miles
  • 2020 – 69,180 miles
  • 2019 – 66,296 miles
  • 2018 – 63,672 miles
  • 2017 – 59,207 miles
  • 2016 – 58,502 miles
  • 2015 – 53,432 miles
  • 2014 – 48,768 miles
  • 2012 – 45,149 miles
  • 2011 – 39,563 miles
  • 2010 – 35,410 miles
  • 2009 – 28,991 miles
  • 2008 – 22,082 miles
  • 2007 – 13,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,043 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine covers fittedRecorded at 9 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded at 10 MOTs since 2016

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,043 miles (+979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,043 miles
    Test number
    451190571083
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  2. Pass79,064 miles (+937)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,064 miles
    Test number
    561675488132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  3. Pass78,127 miles (+1,626)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,127 miles
    Test number
    838510186662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  4. Pass76,501 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,501 miles
    Test number
    380808530861
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Fail76,501 miles (+2,267)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,501 miles
    Test number
    349711049411
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  6. Pass74,234 miles (+2,087)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,234 miles
    Test number
    772144125955
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass72,147 miles (+2,967)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,147 miles
    Test number
    455072767481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  8. Pass69,180 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,180 miles
    Test number
    345932659057
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  9. Fail69,180 miles (+2,884)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,180 miles
    Test number
    536995835096
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass66,296 miles (+2,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,296 miles
    Test number
    731642088247
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  11. Pass63,672 miles (+4,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,672 miles
    Test number
    966127660247
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  12. Pass59,207 miles (+705)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,207 miles
    Test number
    825162017684
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  13. Pass58,502 miles (+5,070)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,502 miles
    Test number
    643263921048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBaby seats fitted rear
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryItems removed prior to test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Pass53,432 miles (+4,664)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,432 miles
    Test number
    526042255050
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  15. Pass48,768 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,768 miles
    Test number
    169185154433
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail48,768 miles (+3,619)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,768 miles
    Test number
    528495154063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail45,149 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,149 miles
    Test number
    306990452358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  18. Pass45,149 miles (+5,586)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    45,149 miles
    Test number
    457860752495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,563 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    39,563 miles
    Test number
    238548241375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,410 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,410 miles
    Test number
    563713930375
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly cracked
  21. Fail35,410 miles (+6,419)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,410 miles
    Test number
    932953130315
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly cracked
  22. Pass28,991 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,991 miles
    Test number
    444914539434
    • NoteAll tyres have cracking in tread
  23. Fail28,991 miles (+6,909)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,991 miles
    Test number
    911364639314
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAll tyres have cracking in tread
  24. Pass22,082 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,082 miles
    Test number
    470317938343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,394 miles
    Test number
    480785547415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 GVR

Does LB54 GVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 GVR is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 GVR?
The MOT on LB54 GVR is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 GVR done?
LB54 GVR was recorded at 80,043 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,640 miles a year.
Has LB54 GVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 GVR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 GVR 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 LB54 GVR find?
LB54 GVR passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: engine covers fitted; under trays fitted.

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