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BMW 118

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB54 ZLXMOT history

LB54 ZLX is a red diesel BMW 118 first used on 11 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 228,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2025
Mileage
228,199 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 ZLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 ZLX was last recorded at 228,199 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 4,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,551 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,648 miles
Average per year
11,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 228,199 miles
  • 2024 – 223,551 miles
  • 2023 – 220,399 miles
  • 2022 – 214,924 miles
  • 2021 – 204,452 miles
  • 2020 – 195,273 miles
  • 2019 – 185,570 miles
  • 2018 – 174,607 miles
  • 2017 – 166,967 miles
  • 2016 – 159,481 miles
  • 2015 – 138,066 miles
  • 2014 – 119,998 miles
  • 2013 – 110,080 miles
  • 2012 – 101,798 miles
  • 2011 – 86,134 miles
  • 2010 – 63,849 miles
  • 2009 – 41,308 miles
  • 2008 – 35,747 miles
  • 2007 – 28,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail228,199 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed aborted over plate limit (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail228,199 miles (+4,648)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,199 miles
    Test number
    224170570714
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed aborted over plate limit (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Pass223,551 miles (+3,152)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    223,551 miles
    Test number
    375740665188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR AXLE VERY CORRODED

  3. Pass220,399 miles (+5,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    220,399 miles
    Test number
    405858866624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass214,924 miles (+10,472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    214,924 miles
    Test number
    526607618294
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass204,452 miles (+9,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    204,452 miles
    Test number
    495080187420
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass195,273 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    195,273 miles
    Test number
    557998124873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail195,270 miles (+9,700)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,270 miles
    Test number
    970489167425
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass185,570 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    185,570 miles
    Test number
    356077781901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail185,543 miles (+10,936)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,543 miles
    Test number
    500549492882
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass174,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    174,607 miles
    Test number
    723208948793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail174,607 miles (+7,640)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,607 miles
    Test number
    989026331896
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass166,967 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    166,967 miles
    Test number
    780371331700
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on brake surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper blades split
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  13. Fail166,966 miles (+7,485)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,966 miles
    Test number
    119154049356
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to oil below minimum (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold on both edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on brake surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper blades split
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  14. Pass159,481 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    159,481 miles
    Test number
    806226325871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail159,481 miles (+21,415)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,481 miles
    Test number
    652499733998
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass138,066 miles (+18,068)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    138,066 miles
    Test number
    340355293934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass119,998 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    119,998 miles
    Test number
    235105544289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Fail119,998 miles (+9,918)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,998 miles
    Test number
    196931144213
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass110,080 miles (+8,282)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    110,080 miles
    Test number
    387811133247
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear wheel rim

  20. Pass101,798 miles (+15,664)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    101,798 miles
    Test number
    748774052291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass86,134 miles (+22,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    86,134 miles
    Test number
    378678741252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass63,849 miles (+22,541)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,849 miles
    Test number
    711111350275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,308 miles (+4,493)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,308 miles
    Test number
    373373859246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    36,815 miles
    Test number
    123614319422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,815 miles (+1,068)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,815 miles
    Test number
    841434819082
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass35,747 miles (+7,201)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,747 miles
    Test number
    324432368447
    • NoteFront tyres worn on outer edges
    • NoteFront no.plate scratched

  27. Pass28,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,546 miles
    Test number
    913712757350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 ZLX

Does LB54 ZLX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 ZLX expired on 17 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 ZLX?
The MOT on LB54 ZLX expired on 17 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 ZLX done?
LB54 ZLX was recorded at 228,199 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 11,248 miles a year.
Has LB54 ZLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 ZLX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 ZLX 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 ZLX find?
LB54 ZLX failed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: emissions unable to be completed aborted over plate limit; rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault, and 3 more.

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