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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 VNJMOT history

LB56 VNJ is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 4 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 168,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
168,370 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VNJ was last recorded at 168,370 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 8,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
159,650 miles · 30 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,720 miles
Average per year
9,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,370 miles
  • 2024 – 159,650 miles
  • 2023 – 152,853 miles
  • 2022 – 150,805 miles
  • 2021 – 143,747 miles
  • 2020 – 135,250 miles
  • 2019 – 128,488 miles
  • 2018 – 113,198 miles
  • 2017 – 103,000 miles
  • 2016 – 95,803 miles
  • 2015 – 89,356 miles
  • 2014 – 83,270 miles
  • 2013 – 75,619 miles
  • 2012 – 66,359 miles
  • 2011 – 48,287 miles
  • 2010 – 27,470 miles
  • 2009 – 18,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,370 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,370 miles (+8,720)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    168,370 miles
    Test number
    554325631073
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass159,650 miles (+6,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    159,650 miles
    Test number
    482573061284
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both forward facing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,853 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    152,853 miles
    Test number
    559525001563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass150,805 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    150,805 miles
    Test number
    661780470340
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail150,805 miles (+7,058)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,805 miles
    Test number
    167016297090
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass143,747 miles (+8,497)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    143,747 miles
    Test number
    276779913032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass135,250 miles (+6,762)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,250 miles
    Test number
    886783033697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass128,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,488 miles
    Test number
    691362253955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail128,488 miles (+15,290)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,488 miles
    Test number
    873915986710
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated chafing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass113,198 miles (+10,198)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    113,198 miles
    Test number
    947172931753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,000 miles (+7,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    103,000 miles
    Test number
    259832595446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass95,803 miles (+6,447)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    95,803 miles
    Test number
    600872275364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,356 miles (+6,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    89,356 miles
    Test number
    541222934945
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres outer edges worn

  14. Pass83,270 miles (+7,651)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    83,270 miles
    Test number
    245377134301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,619 miles (+9,260)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    75,619 miles
    Test number
    348401033361
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass66,359 miles (+18,072)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,359 miles
    Test number
    805676732372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,287 miles (+20,817)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,287 miles
    Test number
    616333921305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,470 miles (+8,880)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,470 miles
    Test number
    413511930364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    18,590 miles
    Test number
    183118139379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 VNJ

Does LB56 VNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 VNJ is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VNJ?
The MOT on LB56 VNJ is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 VNJ done?
LB56 VNJ was recorded at 168,370 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 9,309 miles a year.
Has LB56 VNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VNJ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 VNJ 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 VNJ find?
LB56 VNJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust mounting defective; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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