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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LC55 VMDMOT history

LC55 VMD is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 17 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 199,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2023
Mileage
199,732 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 VMD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 VMD was last recorded at 199,732 miles on 14 Apr 2022, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Sept 2017: 161,673 miles, lower than 167,171 miles on 4 Sept 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
199,707 miles · 13 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
11,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 199,732 miles
  • 2021 – 197,652 miles
  • 2019 – 190,422 miles
  • 2018 – 179,275 miles
  • 2017 – 161,673 miles
  • 2016 – 152,656 miles
  • 2015 – 136,469 miles
  • 2014 – 124,300 miles
  • 2013 – 114,101 miles
  • 2012 – 104,664 miles
  • 2011 – 92,530 miles
  • 2010 – 81,602 miles
  • 2009 – 72,381 miles
  • 2008 – 50,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,732 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalance

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low advise changing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,732 miles (+25)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    199,732 miles
    Test number
    870316272846
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail199,707 miles (+2,055)3 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,707 miles
    Test number
    657225613771
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outter (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass197,652 miles (+7,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    197,652 miles
    Test number
    988190439847
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass190,422 miles (+86)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    190,422 miles
    Test number
    336334669689
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low advise changing (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noisy

  5. Fail190,336 miles (+11,061)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,336 miles
    Test number
    365351800917
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low advise changing (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noisy

  6. Pass179,275 miles (+17,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    179,275 miles
    Test number
    705758225393
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass161,673 miles (-5,498)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    161,673 miles
    Test number
    732776385880
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryRear guibo joint deterirated/perished
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heat shield insecure

  8. Fail167,171 miles (+14,515)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,171 miles
    Test number
    907035880134
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake/pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryRear guibo joint deterirated/perished
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heat shield insecure

  9. Pass152,656 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    152,656 miles
    Test number
    160174857614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35x18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted

  10. Fail152,656 miles (+16,187)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,656 miles
    Test number
    139140490812
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40x18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35x18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted

  11. Pass136,469 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    136,469 miles
    Test number
    836677041765
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted

  12. Fail136,469 miles (+12,169)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,469 miles
    Test number
    216579281085
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted

  13. Pass124,300 miles (+10,199)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    124,300 miles
    Test number
    255156864233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,101 miles (+9,437)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    114,101 miles
    Test number
    115681863229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,664 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    104,664 miles
    Test number
    547665962293
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres 3mm

  16. Fail104,664 miles (+12,134)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,664 miles
    Test number
    828845762277
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres 3mm

  17. Pass92,530 miles (+10,928)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    92,530 miles
    Test number
    406131571273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,602 miles (+9,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,602 miles
    Test number
    303764440241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass72,381 miles (+21,429)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    72,381 miles
    Test number
    762242159244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,952 miles
    Test number
    330874498431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 VMD

Does LC55 VMD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 VMD expired on 13 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 VMD?
The MOT on LC55 VMD expired on 13 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 VMD done?
LC55 VMD was recorded at 199,732 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2022, an average of 11,036 miles a year.
Has LC55 VMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 VMD has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LC55 VMD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Sept 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC55 VMD find?
LC55 VMD passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; front oil leak, but not excessive.

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