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BMW 123

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 ELJMOT history

LB57 ELJ is a silver diesel BMW 123 first used on 30 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 174,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
174,316 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 ELJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
123
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 ELJ was last recorded at 174,316 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 4,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,018 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,298 miles
Average per year
6,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,316 miles
  • 2025 – 170,018 miles
  • 2024 – 164,224 miles
  • 2023 – 159,059 miles
  • 2022 – 154,810 miles
  • 2021 – 151,597 miles
  • 2020 – 147,119 miles
  • 2019 – 144,129 miles
  • 2018 – 141,641 miles
  • 2017 – 138,980 miles
  • 2016 – 137,288 miles
  • 2014 – 132,954 miles
  • 2013 – 120,879 miles
  • 2012 – 110,706 miles
  • 2011 – 95,354 miles
  • 2010 – 73,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,316 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,316 miles (+4,298)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    174,316 miles
    Test number
    648507876001
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass170,018 miles (+5,794)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    170,018 miles
    Test number
    480449904044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under trays fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass164,224 miles (+5,165)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,224 miles
    Test number
    233711615485
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under trays fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass159,059 miles (+4,249)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    159,059 miles
    Test number
    467860823255
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil nsf and osr both (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass154,810 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,810 miles
    Test number
    152194369509
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail154,810 miles (+3,213)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,810 miles
    Test number
    930054660458
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,597 miles (+14)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    151,597 miles
    Test number
    439094722697
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail151,583 miles (+4,464)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,583 miles
    Test number
    591140181985
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass147,119 miles (+2,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    147,119 miles
    Test number
    292314739536
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass144,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,129 miles
    Test number
    315405192837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail144,129 miles (+2,488)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,129 miles
    Test number
    236214404394
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass141,641 miles (+2,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,641 miles
    Test number
    461043336510
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass138,980 miles (+1,692)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,980 miles
    Test number
    695847978869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass137,288 miles (+4,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    137,288 miles
    Test number
    574700055618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass132,954 miles (+12,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    132,954 miles
    Test number
    588529684272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass120,879 miles (+10,173)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    120,879 miles
    Test number
    719572483211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass110,706 miles (+15,352)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    110,706 miles
    Test number
    608470472275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,354 miles (+21,581)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    95,354 miles
    Test number
    676023541378
    • NoteNail in osr tyre
    • NoteNs and osf tyres worn on outer edge

  19. Pass73,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,773 miles
    Test number
    742246730375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LB57 ELJ

Does LB57 ELJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 ELJ is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 ELJ?
The MOT on LB57 ELJ is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 ELJ done?
LB57 ELJ was recorded at 174,316 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 6,420 miles a year.
Has LB57 ELJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 ELJ has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 ELJ 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 LB57 ELJ find?
LB57 ELJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake hose slightly deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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