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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 NVCMOT history

LB59 NVC is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 20 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 208,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2025
Mileage
208,894 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 NVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 NVC was last recorded at 208,894 miles on 14 Sept 2024, 17,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
191,101 miles · 16 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
17,793 miles
Average per year
11,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 208,894 miles
  • 2023 – 191,101 miles
  • 2022 – 179,818 miles
  • 2021 – 171,919 miles
  • 2020 – 160,220 miles
  • 2019 – 149,798 miles
  • 2018 – 139,776 miles
  • 2017 – 128,021 miles
  • 2016 – 122,168 miles
  • 2015 – 116,874 miles
  • 2014 – 96,833 miles
  • 2013 – 92,349 miles
  • 2012 – 76,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,894 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,894 miles (+17,793)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    208,894 miles
    Test number
    496795653640
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass191,101 miles (+11,283)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    191,101 miles
    Test number
    185854677568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass179,818 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    179,818 miles
    Test number
    936107529954
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail179,818 miles (+7,899)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,818 miles
    Test number
    646831530347
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (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 Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass171,919 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    171,919 miles
    Test number
    619752564166
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail171,919 miles (+11,699)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,919 miles
    Test number
    802231790109
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass160,220 miles (+10,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    160,220 miles
    Test number
    394644780706
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass149,798 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    149,798 miles
    Test number
    146034263971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Fail149,794 miles (+10,018)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,794 miles
    Test number
    678009472801
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass139,776 miles (+11,755)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    139,776 miles
    Test number
    885511076843
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass128,021 miles (+5,853)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    128,021 miles
    Test number
    538007253050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass122,168 miles (+5,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    122,168 miles
    Test number
    101117362479
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryRun flat light on dash

  13. Pass116,874 miles (+20,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    116,874 miles
    Test number
    421600601570
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre has nail in

  14. Pass96,833 miles (+4,484)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    96,833 miles
    Test number
    869542814238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,349 miles (+16,314)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,349 miles
    Test number
    448735093289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass76,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,035 miles
    Test number
    395079792409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,035 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,035 miles
    Test number
    677569492216
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Questions about LB59 NVC

Does LB59 NVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 NVC expired on 13 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 NVC?
The MOT on LB59 NVC expired on 13 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 NVC done?
LB59 NVC was recorded at 208,894 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2024, an average of 11,176 miles a year.
Has LB59 NVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 NVC has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB59 NVC 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 NVC find?
LB59 NVC passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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