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BMW 118

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB55 VVKMOT history

LB55 VVK is a grey petrol BMW 118 first used on 16 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 96,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2026
Mileage
96,968 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VVK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VVK was last recorded at 96,968 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,967 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,968 miles
  • 2024 – 94,585 miles
  • 2023 – 91,870 miles
  • 2022 – 90,357 miles
  • 2021 – 87,571 miles
  • 2020 – 85,784 miles
  • 2019 – 81,112 miles
  • 2018 – 75,647 miles
  • 2017 – 68,561 miles
  • 2016 – 61,106 miles
  • 2015 – 52,993 miles
  • 2014 – 45,653 miles
  • 2013 – 37,481 miles
  • 2012 – 29,900 miles
  • 2011 – 21,278 miles
  • 2010 – 16,987 miles
  • 2009 – 13,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,968 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,968 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    96,968 miles
    Test number
    901267092048
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail96,967 miles (+2,382)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,967 miles
    Test number
    367058365243
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass94,585 miles (+2,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    94,585 miles
    Test number
    424751549249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass91,870 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,870 miles
    Test number
    902974194843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,357 miles (+2,786)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    90,357 miles
    Test number
    940443114886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,571 miles (+1,787)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,571 miles
    Test number
    282050897504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,784 miles (+4,672)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,784 miles
    Test number
    416431927063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,112 miles (+5,465)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,112 miles
    Test number
    760351477855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,647 miles (+7,086)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,647 miles
    Test number
    472013964242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,561 miles (+7,455)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,561 miles
    Test number
    606461572502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,106 miles (+8,113)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,106 miles
    Test number
    698449834863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,993 miles (+7,340)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,993 miles
    Test number
    798184685026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,653 miles (+8,172)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,653 miles
    Test number
    747535484087
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass37,481 miles (+7,581)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,481 miles
    Test number
    885634783022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,900 miles (+8,622)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,900 miles
    Test number
    315447382061
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass21,278 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,278 miles
    Test number
    939588581040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail16,987 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,987 miles
    Test number
    132738940096
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass16,987 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    16,987 miles
    Test number
    624778740069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,713 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    13,713 miles
    Test number
    134048339465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 VVK

Does LB55 VVK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 VVK expired on 5 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VVK?
The MOT on LB55 VVK expired on 5 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 VVK done?
LB55 VVK was recorded at 96,968 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 5,166 miles a year.
Has LB55 VVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VVK has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 VVK 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 LB55 VVK find?
LB55 VVK passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 4 advisories: coolant leak; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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