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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 KYJMOT history

LB61 KYJ is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 3 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,670 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 KYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 KYJ was last recorded at 149,670 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,670 miles · 6 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,670 miles
  • 2025 – 137,556 miles
  • 2024 – 126,650 miles
  • 2023 – 120,049 miles
  • 2022 – 111,663 miles
  • 2021 – 105,330 miles
  • 2020 – 99,854 miles
  • 2019 – 94,944 miles
  • 2018 – 88,789 miles
  • 2017 – 76,729 miles
  • 2016 – 57,290 miles
  • 2015 – 39,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,670 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight has signs of water ingressRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimumRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryLight damage to vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Underpans fitted at time of test so full underbody inspection was not possible

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,670 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,670 miles
    Test number
    901181501705
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight has signs of water ingress
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
    • AdvisoryLight damage to vehicle

  2. Fail149,670 miles (+12,114)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,670 miles
    Test number
    790644403164
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight has signs of water ingress
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
    • AdvisoryLight damage to vehicle

  3. Pass137,556 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    137,556 miles
    Test number
    809430033561
    • AdvisoryUnderpans fitted at time of test so full underbody inspection was not possible

  4. Fail137,549 miles (+10,899)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,549 miles
    Test number
    722422588732
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm no tread on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear message on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe broken on offside of engine
    • AdvisoryUnderpans fitted at time of test so full underbody inspection was not possible

  5. Pass126,650 miles (+6,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    126,650 miles
    Test number
    388887623490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass120,049 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,049 miles
    Test number
    981562718036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,026 miles (+1,577)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,026 miles
    Test number
    551181255001
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass118,449 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    118,449 miles
    Test number
    587496242245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively also corroded (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail118,449 miles (+6,786)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,449 miles
    Test number
    784032417262
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively also corroded (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass111,663 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,663 miles
    Test number
    468959925818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,654 miles (+6,324)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,654 miles
    Test number
    410063403353
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam image due to damp and condensation in lamp unit (4.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass105,330 miles (+5,476)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,330 miles
    Test number
    994390025285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn and front discs lipped
    • AdvisoryHandbrake poor
    • AdvisoryWater ingress in ns headlight

  13. Pass99,854 miles (+4,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    99,854 miles
    Test number
    303415072065
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear 2.5mm - 225/45R17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass94,944 miles (+6,155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    94,944 miles
    Test number
    603355413017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass88,789 miles (+12,060)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,789 miles
    Test number
    316114459851
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted in nearside rear
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded

  16. Pass76,729 miles (+19,439)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    76,729 miles
    Test number
    118383609713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  17. Pass57,290 miles (+17,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    57,290 miles
    Test number
    544320147781
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted at time of test not allowing inspection of vehicle components

  18. Pass39,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,588 miles
    Test number
    145797825004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 KYJ

Does LB61 KYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 KYJ is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 KYJ?
The MOT on LB61 KYJ is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 KYJ done?
LB61 KYJ was recorded at 149,670 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 9,835 miles a year.
Has LB61 KYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 KYJ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 KYJ 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 LB61 KYJ find?
LB61 KYJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front headlight has signs of water ingress; coolant level below minimum, and 1 more.

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