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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC61 VCZMOT history

LC61 VCZ is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 3 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 3 of 5 MOT tests, with 141,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
141,198 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
5
3 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VCZ was last recorded at 141,198 miles on 7 May 2026, 6,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,056 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,142 miles
Average per year
5,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,198 miles
  • 2025 – 135,056 miles
  • 2024 – 127,051 miles
  • 2023 – 126,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,198 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

5 tests since 3 Oct 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,198 miles (+6,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    141,198 miles
    Test number
    668574632487
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass135,056 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    135,056 miles
    Test number
    337953634887
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail135,056 miles (+8,005)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,056 miles
    Test number
    204426990099
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass127,051 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    127,051 miles
    Test number
    275974750598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,894 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,894 miles
    Test number
    847517677211
    • MajorFront Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LC61 VCZ

Does LC61 VCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VCZ is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VCZ?
The MOT on LC61 VCZ is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VCZ done?
LC61 VCZ was recorded at 141,198 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,517 miles a year.
Has LC61 VCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VCZ has failed 2 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 VCZ 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 VCZ find?
LC61 VCZ passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front.

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