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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 DBOMOT history

LB59 DBO is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 30 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 172,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
172,999 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 DBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 DBO was last recorded at 172,999 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 487 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,512 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
487 miles
Average per year
8,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,999 miles
  • 2025 – 172,512 miles
  • 2024 – 170,805 miles
  • 2023 – 165,676 miles
  • 2022 – 161,130 miles
  • 2021 – 155,123 miles
  • 2019 – 151,537 miles
  • 2018 – 127,585 miles
  • 2017 – 103,434 miles
  • 2016 – 99,034 miles
  • 2015 – 86,335 miles
  • 2013 – 80,390 miles
  • 2012 – 58,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,999 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,999 miles (+487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    172,999 miles
    Test number
    480753009329
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass172,512 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    172,512 miles
    Test number
    778190290133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass170,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    170,805 miles
    Test number
    837162623648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail170,805 miles (+5,129)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,805 miles
    Test number
    636726410362
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass165,676 miles (+4,546)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    165,676 miles
    Test number
    416869493109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass161,130 miles (+6,007)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    161,130 miles
    Test number
    431329272212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass155,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    155,123 miles
    Test number
    862177771912
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail155,123 miles (+3,586)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,123 miles
    Test number
    573867916174
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass151,537 miles (+23,952)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,537 miles
    Test number
    729828536794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,585 miles (+24,151)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,585 miles
    Test number
    525999692246
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front pad wear sensor wiring dangling
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass103,434 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    103,434 miles
    Test number
    944251918832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,034 miles (+2,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    99,034 miles
    Test number
    734032173079
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass96,803 miles (+10,468)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,803 miles
    Test number
    810600257483
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn to 2mm on outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays obscuring some items
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads worn close to warning wires
    • AdvisoryItem removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet blocked

  14. Pass86,335 miles (+5,945)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    86,335 miles
    Test number
    915803925004
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside washer jet partially blocked
    • NoteTpi indicating 1 or more tyre pressures low

  15. Pass80,390 miles (+6,084)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,390 miles
    Test number
    988402323335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,306 miles (+15,638)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,306 miles
    Test number
    219282133283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre minor sidewall damage

  17. Pass58,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,668 miles
    Test number
    465093702442
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LB59 DBO

Does LB59 DBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 DBO is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 DBO?
The MOT on LB59 DBO is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 DBO done?
LB59 DBO was recorded at 172,999 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 8,584 miles a year.
Has LB59 DBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 DBO has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB59 DBO 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 DBO find?
LB59 DBO passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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