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BMW 116

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LC61 XZAMOT history

LC61 XZA is a black petrol BMW 116 first used on 27 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 109,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

LC61 XZA black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
109,230 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 XZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 XZA was last recorded at 109,230 miles on 13 May 2026, 6,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,001 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,229 miles
Average per year
6,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,230 miles
  • 2025 – 103,001 miles
  • 2021 – 96,660 miles
  • 2020 – 96,484 miles
  • 2019 – 95,722 miles
  • 2018 – 87,967 miles
  • 2017 – 77,970 miles
  • 2016 – 48,976 miles
  • 2015 – 39,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,230 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,230 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    109,230 miles
    Test number
    692936580646
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail109,230 miles (+6,229)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,230 miles
    Test number
    832398132953
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,001 miles (+6,341)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    103,001 miles
    Test number
    338805533291
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass96,660 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,660 miles
    Test number
    365311761920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,484 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,484 miles
    Test number
    425928682891
    • AdvisoryBoth head lights repaired by tape

  6. Fail96,481 miles (+759)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,481 miles
    Test number
    417839140128
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass95,722 miles (+7,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,722 miles
    Test number
    713574977961
    • AdvisoryNsr/osr tyer geting close to limit
    • AdvisoryOsr seat belt not test car seat

  8. Pass87,967 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,967 miles
    Test number
    814356946071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNsf day time running light inop

  9. Fail87,966 miles (+9,996)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,966 miles
    Test number
    973845981167
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNsf day time running light inop

  10. Pass77,970 miles (+10,701)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,970 miles
    Test number
    608992216737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,269 miles (+18,293)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,269 miles
    Test number
    761183613415
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass48,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,976 miles
    Test number
    442995585911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,976 miles (+9,705)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,976 miles
    Test number
    638580385222
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass39,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    39,271 miles
    Test number
    175760725000
    • 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)

Questions about LC61 XZA

Does LC61 XZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 XZA is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 XZA?
The MOT on LC61 XZA is valid until 12 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 XZA done?
LC61 XZA was recorded at 109,230 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 6,186 miles a year.
Has LC61 XZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 XZA has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 XZA 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 XZA find?
LC61 XZA passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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