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BMW 118

Brown · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 LJCMOT history

LB56 LJC is a brown diesel BMW 118 first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 222,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2026
Mileage
222,584 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LJC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LJC was last recorded at 222,584 miles on 18 Feb 2025, 11,936 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,648 miles · 14 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
11,936 miles
Average per year
9,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 222,584 miles
  • 2023 – 210,648 miles
  • 2022 – 194,261 miles
  • 2021 – 164,956 miles
  • 2020 – 147,057 miles
  • 2019 – 136,707 miles
  • 2018 – 123,824 miles
  • 2016 – 116,794 miles
  • 2015 – 105,533 miles
  • 2014 – 99,469 miles
  • 2013 – 94,813 miles
  • 2012 – 87,773 miles
  • 2011 – 81,289 miles
  • 2010 – 74,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,584 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger broken

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,584 miles (+11,936)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    222,584 miles
    Test number
    874244990830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger broken

  2. Pass210,648 miles (+16,387)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    210,648 miles
    Test number
    171098127794
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass194,261 miles (+29,305)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    194,261 miles
    Test number
    179610785253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,956 miles (+17,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    164,956 miles
    Test number
    136406134893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass147,057 miles (+10,350)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    147,057 miles
    Test number
    923537157954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sets (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass136,707 miles (+5,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    136,707 miles
    Test number
    203089479015
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass130,764 miles (+164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    130,764 miles
    Test number
    112298032967
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail130,600 miles (+6,776)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,600 miles
    Test number
    633311586396
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Main pipe to o\sr caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass123,824 miles (+7,030)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    123,824 miles
    Test number
    391664706620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,794 miles (+11,261)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    116,794 miles
    Test number
    465378571183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,533 miles (+6,064)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,533 miles
    Test number
    877676415290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass99,469 miles (+4,656)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,469 miles
    Test number
    567963614249
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail94,813 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,813 miles
    Test number
    128851613276
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass94,813 miles (+7,040)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,813 miles
    Test number
    695861813234
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass87,773 miles (+6,484)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,773 miles
    Test number
    446272942165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,289 miles (+7,003)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,289 miles
    Test number
    539540771069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    74,286 miles
    Test number
    311934030097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 LJC

Does LB56 LJC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 LJC expired on 17 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LJC?
The MOT on LB56 LJC expired on 17 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 LJC done?
LB56 LJC was recorded at 222,584 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2025, an average of 9,859 miles a year.
Has LB56 LJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LJC has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on LB56 LJC 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 LB56 LJC find?
LB56 LJC passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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