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BMW 118

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 UPJMOT history

LB61 UPJ is a red diesel BMW 118 first used on 17 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 133,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
133,088 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB61 UPJ was last recorded at 133,088 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 21,587 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,501 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
21,587 miles
Average per year
7,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,088 miles
  • 2025 – 111,501 miles
  • 2024 – 108,119 miles
  • 2023 – 100,119 miles
  • 2022 – 94,992 miles
  • 2020 – 88,095 miles
  • 2019 – 80,714 miles
  • 2018 – 72,551 miles
  • 2017 – 65,698 miles
  • 2016 – 60,503 miles
  • 2015 – 53,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,088 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.

  • Covers + Shields Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,088 miles (+21,587)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    133,088 miles
    Test number
    554479766999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    111,501 miles
    Test number
    877817559016
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail111,500 miles (+3,381)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,500 miles
    Test number
    903373249453
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass108,119 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    108,119 miles
    Test number
    774604238982
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc appears to be overheated (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail108,076 miles (+7,957)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,076 miles
    Test number
    347689553714
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc appears to be overheated (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass100,119 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,119 miles
    Test number
    135092680275
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail100,119 miles (+5,127)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,119 miles
    Test number
    436870277705
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant Low
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides Appears Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Marked with Yellow Chalk - 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily Worn Inner Edge, Requires to be Changed Soon - 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides - 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering/Suspension Slightly Noisy Under Load (Possibly Tyre), Requires Further Inspection
    • AdvisoryWipers Smeary

  8. Pass94,992 miles (+6,897)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,992 miles
    Test number
    925716200660
    • AdvisoryCoolant is low
    • AdvisoryCovers & shield fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass88,095 miles (+7,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    88,095 miles
    Test number
    740052951467
    • AdvisoryCovers & Shields Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection

  10. Pass80,714 miles (+8,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,714 miles
    Test number
    648384380424
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass72,551 miles (+6,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,551 miles
    Test number
    650747618675
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass65,698 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,698 miles
    Test number
    153768481939
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail65,698 miles (+5,195)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,698 miles
    Test number
    571359857651
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass60,503 miles (+7,065)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    60,503 miles
    Test number
    350693490764
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to an adult seat belt
    • AdvisoryLean burn emissions system

  15. Pass53,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,438 miles
    Test number
    136248525400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 UPJ

Does LB61 UPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 UPJ is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 UPJ?
The MOT on LB61 UPJ is valid until 3 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 UPJ done?
LB61 UPJ was recorded at 133,088 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 7,139 miles a year.
Has LB61 UPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 UPJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 UPJ 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 UPJ find?
LB61 UPJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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