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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC61 ZTJMOT history

LC61 ZTJ is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 3 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
97,625 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 ZTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 ZTJ was last recorded at 97,625 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 2,247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,378 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,247 miles
Average per year
5,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,625 miles
  • 2024 – 95,378 miles
  • 2023 – 92,092 miles
  • 2022 – 87,956 miles
  • 2021 – 82,315 miles
  • 2020 – 75,375 miles
  • 2019 – 67,743 miles
  • 2018 – 60,905 miles
  • 2017 – 51,575 miles
  • 2016 – 41,937 miles
  • 2014 – 35,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,625 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    97,625 miles
    Test number
    914957217090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,625 miles (+2,247)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,625 miles
    Test number
    254480512546
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass95,378 miles (+3,286)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,378 miles
    Test number
    952620421900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,092 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,092 miles
    Test number
    727957608344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail92,092 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,092 miles
    Test number
    119058419899
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail92,091 miles (+4,135)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,091 miles
    Test number
    296653555789
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass87,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,956 miles
    Test number
    150741054515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail87,956 miles (+5,641)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,956 miles
    Test number
    935467582306
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass82,315 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    573730092631
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail82,315 miles (+6,940)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    422860184960
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass75,375 miles (+7,632)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,375 miles
    Test number
    382772104389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,743 miles (+6,838)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,743 miles
    Test number
    552728348424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,905 miles (+9,330)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,905 miles
    Test number
    903595618466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,575 miles
    Test number
    849617353730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail51,575 miles (+3,696)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,575 miles
    Test number
    959391241955
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass47,879 miles (+5,942)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,879 miles
    Test number
    437068592859
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
  17. Pass41,937 miles (+6,385)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    41,937 miles
    Test number
    322651499584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,552 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    35,552 miles
    Test number
    339543764343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LC61 ZTJ

Does LC61 ZTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 ZTJ is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 ZTJ?
The MOT on LC61 ZTJ is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 ZTJ done?
LC61 ZTJ was recorded at 97,625 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 5,480 miles a year.
Has LC61 ZTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 ZTJ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 ZTJ 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 ZTJ find?
LC61 ZTJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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