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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 ESYMOT history

LC61 ESY is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 3 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 178,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

LC61 ESY white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
178,003 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 ESY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 ESY was last recorded at 178,003 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 4,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,951 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,052 miles
Average per year
10,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,003 miles
  • 2025 – 173,951 miles
  • 2024 – 160,916 miles
  • 2023 – 151,549 miles
  • 2022 – 148,746 miles
  • 2021 – 146,691 miles
  • 2020 – 143,888 miles
  • 2019 – 135,343 miles
  • 2018 – 115,879 miles
  • 2017 – 93,602 miles
  • 2016 – 75,702 miles
  • 2015 – 68,471 miles
  • 2014 – 58,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,003 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Under body covers fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,003 miles (+4,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    178,003 miles
    Test number
    943189676137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass173,951 miles (+13,035)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    173,951 miles
    Test number
    449444330324
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both fronts (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm bush split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass160,916 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    160,916 miles
    Test number
    787429225675
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted.

  4. Fail160,907 miles (+9,358)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,907 miles
    Test number
    603957958725
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun strip. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted.

  5. Pass151,549 miles (+2,803)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    151,549 miles
    Test number
    452982657390
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDeep sun strip fitted to windscreen but not significantly obscuring drivers view.
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components deteriorated.

  6. Pass148,746 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    148,746 miles
    Test number
    632916384859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail148,746 miles (+2,055)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,746 miles
    Test number
    133211409215
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass146,691 miles (+2,803)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    146,691 miles
    Test number
    749484742715
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOpaque sun strip in swept area not severely obscuring drivers view of road.
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted.

  9. Pass143,888 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,888 miles
    Test number
    766785932614
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Sun strip on windscreen in swept area. (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail143,888 miles (+8,545)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,888 miles
    Test number
    468745853451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Sun strip on windscreen in swept area. (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass135,343 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    135,343 miles
    Test number
    195778392069
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn 2mm 225.45.17

  12. Fail135,343 miles (+19,464)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,343 miles
    Test number
    777131828312
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn 2mm 225.45.17

  13. Pass115,879 miles (+22,277)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,879 miles
    Test number
    884475046411
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass93,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,602 miles
    Test number
    707873557036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail93,602 miles (+17,900)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,602 miles
    Test number
    868080473688
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,702 miles
    Test number
    299082356277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,702 miles (+7,231)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,702 miles
    Test number
    937792071993
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Passenger's seat insecure seat base (6.2.A.1)
    • Repaired at testFront brake excessively fluctuating disc's contaminated with paint (3.7.B.3)
    • Repaired at testRear brake excessively fluctuating disc's contaminated with paint (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass68,471 miles (+10,153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,471 miles
    Test number
    198303013417
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass58,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,318 miles
    Test number
    858698184289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 ESY

Does LC61 ESY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 ESY is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 ESY?
The MOT on LC61 ESY is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 ESY done?
LC61 ESY was recorded at 178,003 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 10,554 miles a year.
Has LC61 ESY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 ESY has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LC61 ESY 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 LC61 ESY find?
LC61 ESY passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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