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BMW 118

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 LSUMOT history

LB56 LSU is a silver diesel BMW 118 first used on 6 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 127,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
127,950 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LSU was last recorded at 127,950 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,937 miles · 12 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
6,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,950 miles
  • 2025 – 118,094 miles
  • 2024 – 108,305 miles
  • 2023 – 99,066 miles
  • 2022 – 91,460 miles
  • 2020 – 83,101 miles
  • 2019 – 73,602 miles
  • 2018 – 72,984 miles
  • 2017 – 72,860 miles
  • 2016 – 72,110 miles
  • 2015 – 67,529 miles
  • 2014 – 67,070 miles
  • 2013 – 58,665 miles
  • 2012 – 51,883 miles
  • 2011 – 38,688 miles
  • 2009 – 23,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,950 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,950 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    127,950 miles
    Test number
    128401374479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail127,937 miles (+9,843)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,937 miles
    Test number
    908006816051
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre pressure low

  3. Pass118,094 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,094 miles
    Test number
    903586922051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail118,086 miles (+9,781)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,086 miles
    Test number
    664059024264
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass108,305 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    108,305 miles
    Test number
    974596390859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,066 miles (+7,606)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,066 miles
    Test number
    913447242325
    • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass91,460 miles (+8,359)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    91,460 miles
    Test number
    318415972574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,101 miles (+9,499)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,101 miles
    Test number
    914481826377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,602 miles (+618)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,602 miles
    Test number
    669384517272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,984 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,984 miles
    Test number
    363565267126
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides discs corroded (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail72,984 miles (+124)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,984 miles
    Test number
    892329782699
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides discs corroded (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides discs corroded (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both park brakes low effort

  12. Pass72,860 miles (+750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,860 miles
    Test number
    452195298890
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass72,110 miles (+4,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,110 miles
    Test number
    818837773763
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass67,529 miles (+459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,529 miles
    Test number
    368967135048
    • 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)

  15. Pass67,070 miles (+8,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,070 miles
    Test number
    297324934005
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass58,665 miles (+6,782)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,665 miles
    Test number
    417996533085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSteering lock light on

  17. Pass51,883 miles (+13,195)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    51,883 miles
    Test number
    728320442057
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear discs worn

  18. Pass38,688 miles (+15,199)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    38,688 miles
    Test number
    328245631053
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing outer edge

  19. Pass23,489 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,489 miles
    Test number
    272602659256
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail23,489 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,489 miles
    Test number
    861782759207
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LB56 LSU

Does LB56 LSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 LSU is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LSU?
The MOT on LB56 LSU is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 LSU done?
LB56 LSU was recorded at 127,950 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 6,354 miles a year.
Has LB56 LSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LSU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 LSU 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 LSU find?
LB56 LSU passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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