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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 DAUMOT history

LB59 DAU is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 17 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 186,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
186,235 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 DAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 DAU was last recorded at 186,235 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 402 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,833 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
402 miles
Average per year
9,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 186,235 miles
  • 2024 – 178,145 miles
  • 2023 – 171,263 miles
  • 2022 – 164,375 miles
  • 2021 – 156,336 miles
  • 2020 – 155,892 miles
  • 2019 – 138,390 miles
  • 2018 – 133,583 miles
  • 2017 – 126,281 miles
  • 2016 – 121,058 miles
  • 2015 – 108,515 miles
  • 2014 – 96,282 miles
  • 2013 – 83,306 miles
  • 2012 – 73,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,235 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,235 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    186,235 miles
    Test number
    670688500051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail185,833 miles (+7,688)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,833 miles
    Test number
    963168470343
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass178,145 miles (+6,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    178,145 miles
    Test number
    168743405923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass171,263 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    171,263 miles
    Test number
    483440587775
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail171,263 miles (+6,888)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,263 miles
    Test number
    990712278580
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass164,375 miles (+8,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    164,375 miles
    Test number
    635754897163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass156,336 miles (+444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    156,336 miles
    Test number
    861815654703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail155,892 miles (+17,502)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,892 miles
    Test number
    727819558811
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass138,390 miles (+4,807)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    138,390 miles
    Test number
    807801624158
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass133,583 miles (+7,302)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    133,583 miles
    Test number
    346897399398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,281 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    126,281 miles
    Test number
    239614935992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail126,271 miles (+5,213)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,271 miles
    Test number
    794313275247
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met the required efficiency

  13. Pass121,058 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,058 miles
    Test number
    784157167756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,843 miles (+9,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    117,843 miles
    Test number
    940510794007
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened axle (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass108,515 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,515 miles
    Test number
    109286005199
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail108,513 miles (+12,231)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,513 miles
    Test number
    207086505182
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass96,282 miles (+12,976)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    96,282 miles
    Test number
    977667704140
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth sides front tyres slight cracking in treads!
    • NoteThon in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall!

  18. Pass83,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,306 miles
    Test number
    599812893040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,306 miles (+9,563)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,306 miles
    Test number
    637802093048
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass73,743 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,743 miles
    Test number
    559000612394
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail73,743 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,743 miles
    Test number
    119540312358
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB59 DAU

Does LB59 DAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 DAU expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 DAU?
The MOT on LB59 DAU expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 DAU done?
LB59 DAU was recorded at 186,235 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 9,092 miles a year.
Has LB59 DAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 DAU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 DAU 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 LB59 DAU find?
LB59 DAU passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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