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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB55 VXWMOT history

LB55 VXW is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 23 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 47,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
47,207 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VXW was last recorded at 47,207 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,200 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,207 miles
  • 2025 – 42,995 miles
  • 2024 – 41,900 miles
  • 2023 – 40,856 miles
  • 2022 – 39,407 miles
  • 2020 – 36,812 miles
  • 2019 – 31,408 miles
  • 2018 – 27,326 miles
  • 2017 – 23,476 miles
  • 2016 – 20,773 miles
  • 2015 – 18,278 miles
  • 2014 – 15,841 miles
  • 2013 – 14,065 miles
  • 2012 – 12,918 miles
  • 2011 – 11,453 miles
  • 2009 – 8,525 miles
  • 2008 – 6,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,207 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,207 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    47,207 miles
    Test number
    197051960361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail47,200 miles (+4,205)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,200 miles
    Test number
    987537099160
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Damaged on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre Unrepairable
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass42,995 miles (+1,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    42,995 miles
    Test number
    509551232334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass41,900 miles (+10)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    41,900 miles
    Test number
    614931083951
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail41,890 miles (+1,034)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,890 miles
    Test number
    591323004739
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords heavily exposed on the inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested cords heavily exposed on the inner tread (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass40,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    40,856 miles
    Test number
    845802037797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail40,856 miles (+1,449)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,856 miles
    Test number
    422909800529
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass39,407 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    39,407 miles
    Test number
    687583235861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail39,407 miles (+2,595)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,407 miles
    Test number
    555185943540
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass36,812 miles (+5,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    36,812 miles
    Test number
    297502934241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass31,408 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    31,408 miles
    Test number
    218940032746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,326 miles (+3,850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    27,326 miles
    Test number
    309455276760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass23,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    23,476 miles
    Test number
    874512948972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail23,476 miles (+2,703)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,476 miles
    Test number
    578182358571
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  15. Pass20,773 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    20,773 miles
    Test number
    606771953538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,278 miles (+2,437)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    18,278 miles
    Test number
    291127631875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,841 miles (+1,776)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    15,841 miles
    Test number
    745459844301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,065 miles (+1,147)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    14,065 miles
    Test number
    905193003338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass12,918 miles (+1,465)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    12,918 miles
    Test number
    346921532377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,453 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    11,453 miles
    Test number
    198997041390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,004 miles (+1,479)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    10,004 miles
    Test number
    835424101051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,525 miles (+1,888)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    8,525 miles
    Test number
    774796659374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass6,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    6,637 miles
    Test number
    320261058346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 VXW

Does LB55 VXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 VXW is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VXW?
The MOT on LB55 VXW is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 VXW done?
LB55 VXW was recorded at 47,207 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 2,347 miles a year.
Has LB55 VXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VXW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 VXW 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 VXW find?
LB55 VXW passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive.

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