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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 VTWMOT history

LB57 VTW is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 136,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
136,713 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VTW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 VTW was last recorded at 136,713 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 1,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,508 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,205 miles
Average per year
6,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,713 miles
  • 2024 – 135,508 miles
  • 2023 – 128,508 miles
  • 2022 – 124,663 miles
  • 2021 – 119,370 miles
  • 2020 – 113,898 miles
  • 2019 – 103,828 miles
  • 2018 – 103,827 miles
  • 2017 – 99,785 miles
  • 2016 – 96,468 miles
  • 2015 – 91,495 miles
  • 2013 – 82,753 miles
  • 2012 – 57,040 miles
  • 2011 – 44,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,713 miles
  • MinorOffside 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
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,713 miles (+1,205)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    136,713 miles
    Test number
    392716144005
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,508 miles (+7,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    135,508 miles
    Test number
    412740985835
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,508 miles (+3,845)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    128,508 miles
    Test number
    409016531238
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass124,663 miles (+5,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,663 miles
    Test number
    305857144001
    • AdvisoryUnderbody traysfitted

  5. Pass119,370 miles (+5,472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,370 miles
    Test number
    604524566211
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass113,898 miles (+10,070)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,898 miles
    Test number
    438550969575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,828 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,828 miles
    Test number
    535118139093
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear RBP sections covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail103,827 miles (+4,042)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,827 miles
    Test number
    656969284012
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryHorn Poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass99,785 miles (+3,317)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    99,785 miles
    Test number
    574737069763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,468 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    96,468 miles
    Test number
    313792746828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail96,468 miles (+4,973)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,468 miles
    Test number
    989228891358
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail91,495 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,495 miles
    Test number
    449454565004
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass91,495 miles (+8,742)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,495 miles
    Test number
    457344365098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,753 miles (+14,826)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    82,753 miles
    Test number
    686577853384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,927 miles (+10,887)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,927 miles
    Test number
    446591913095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,040 miles (+12,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,040 miles
    Test number
    206580712032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass44,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    44,669 miles
    Test number
    515113411082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 VTW

Does LB57 VTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 VTW is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VTW?
The MOT on LB57 VTW is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 VTW done?
LB57 VTW was recorded at 136,713 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 6,088 miles a year.
Has LB57 VTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VTW has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on LB57 VTW 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 VTW find?
LB57 VTW passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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