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BMW 118

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LD56 FGJMOT history

LD56 FGJ is a silver diesel BMW 118 first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 150,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2026
Mileage
150,034 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 FGJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 FGJ was last recorded at 150,034 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,029 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,034 miles
  • 2024 – 134,823 miles
  • 2023 – 131,263 miles
  • 2022 – 126,842 miles
  • 2021 – 122,159 miles
  • 2020 – 116,614 miles
  • 2019 – 111,388 miles
  • 2018 – 106,286 miles
  • 2017 – 100,066 miles
  • 2015 – 96,723 miles
  • 2014 – 87,247 miles
  • 2013 – 80,740 miles
  • 2012 – 65,052 miles
  • 2011 – 48,878 miles
  • 2010 – 35,044 miles
  • 2009 – 34,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,034 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,034 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    150,034 miles
    Test number
    636617396939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail150,029 miles (+15,206)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,029 miles
    Test number
    316401409411
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass134,823 miles (+3,560)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    134,823 miles
    Test number
    385799240733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure/suspension components has slight corrosion

  4. Pass131,263 miles (+4,421)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,263 miles
    Test number
    804376505374
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass126,842 miles (+4,683)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    126,842 miles
    Test number
    394538729646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,159 miles (+2,450)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    122,159 miles
    Test number
    997399700159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,709 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    119,709 miles
    Test number
    959556717886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,614 miles (+5,226)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    116,614 miles
    Test number
    595254079677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,388 miles (+5,102)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    111,388 miles
    Test number
    126200715800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,286 miles (+6,220)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    106,286 miles
    Test number
    919060115222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass100,066 miles (+3,343)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,066 miles
    Test number
    830212028688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,723 miles (+9,476)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    96,723 miles
    Test number
    450263742665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under shield fitted

  13. Pass87,247 miles (+6,507)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,247 miles
    Test number
    257843924149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,740 miles (+15,688)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,740 miles
    Test number
    256867383088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,052 miles (+16,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,052 miles
    Test number
    167738192444
    • NoteRear brake pads very low

  16. Pass48,878 miles (+13,834)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    48,878 miles
    Test number
    575711891040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,044 miles
    Test number
    970025100112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,044 miles (+378)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,044 miles
    Test number
    592475600178
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing on edge and has cuts to side wall

  19. Pass34,666 miles1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,666 miles
    Test number
    831999879234
    • DangerousNsf tyre worn on outer edge/cord nearly exposed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LD56 FGJ

Does LD56 FGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 FGJ expired on 31 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 FGJ?
The MOT on LD56 FGJ expired on 31 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 FGJ done?
LD56 FGJ was recorded at 150,034 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025, an average of 7,254 miles a year.
Has LD56 FGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 FGJ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 FGJ 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 LD56 FGJ find?
LD56 FGJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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