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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 OVJMOT history

LB61 OVJ is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 10 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 103,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
103,340 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 OVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 OVJ was last recorded at 103,340 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 9,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,482 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,858 miles
Average per year
6,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,340 miles
  • 2025 – 93,482 miles
  • 2024 – 86,963 miles
  • 2023 – 80,441 miles
  • 2022 – 75,179 miles
  • 2021 – 67,692 miles
  • 2020 – 60,000 miles
  • 2019 – 57,383 miles
  • 2018 – 52,572 miles
  • 2017 – 48,245 miles
  • 2016 – 43,267 miles
  • 2015 – 35,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,340 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,340 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    103,340 miles
    Test number
    141532030627
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail103,340 miles (+9,858)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,340 miles
    Test number
    474907802005
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,482 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,482 miles
    Test number
    994167623328
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  4. Fail93,482 miles (+6,519)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,482 miles
    Test number
    633291577977
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  5. Pass86,963 miles (+6,522)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,963 miles
    Test number
    723379279654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,441 miles (+5,262)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,441 miles
    Test number
    622348632639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,179 miles (+7,487)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    570737243198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,692 miles (+7,692)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,692 miles
    Test number
    746608671678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,000 miles (+2,617)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    60,000 miles
    Test number
    689751049652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,383 miles
    Test number
    771658442837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,383 miles (+4,811)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,383 miles
    Test number
    400997778670
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread pattern. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer shoulder very worn, with a deep cut. (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass52,572 miles (+4,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    52,572 miles
    Test number
    133662308745
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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))

  13. Pass48,245 miles (+4,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    48,245 miles
    Test number
    438225564629
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  14. Pass43,267 miles (+7,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,267 miles
    Test number
    750849295768
    • AdvisoryBrake discs worn

  15. Pass35,899 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    35,899 miles
    Test number
    281227237466
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  16. Fail35,899 miles (+10,463)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,899 miles
    Test number
    768052494173
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  17. Pass25,436 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    25,436 miles
    Test number
    839779825026
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB61 OVJ

Does LB61 OVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 OVJ is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 OVJ?
The MOT on LB61 OVJ is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 OVJ done?
LB61 OVJ was recorded at 103,340 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 6,799 miles a year.
Has LB61 OVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 OVJ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 OVJ 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 OVJ find?
LB61 OVJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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