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BMW 116

Black · Petrol · 2014 · 1,598 cc

LK06 COWMOT history

LK06 COW is a black petrol BMW 116 first used on 19 Dec 2014. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 69,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
69,934 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK06 COW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
19 Dec 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK06 COW was last recorded at 69,934 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 8,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,236 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,698 miles
Average per year
5,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,934 miles
  • 2024 – 61,236 miles
  • 2023 – 54,443 miles
  • 2022 – 49,898 miles
  • 2021 – 46,036 miles
  • 2020 – 43,059 miles
  • 2019 – 40,024 miles
  • 2018 – 32,026 miles
  • 2017 – 24,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,934 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 11 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,934 miles (+8,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    69,934 miles
    Test number
    842420391557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass61,236 miles (+6,793)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    61,236 miles
    Test number
    299249313307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass54,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    54,443 miles
    Test number
    188211834592
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail54,443 miles (+4,545)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,443 miles
    Test number
    360554051786
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass49,898 miles (+3,862)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    49,898 miles
    Test number
    690499065372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass46,036 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    46,036 miles
    Test number
    701817825735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail45,999 miles (+2,940)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,999 miles
    Test number
    141490020607
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass43,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    43,059 miles
    Test number
    431148980352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,059 miles (+3,035)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,059 miles
    Test number
    326240711255
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

  10. Pass40,024 miles (+7,998)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    141659874056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,026 miles (+7,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    32,026 miles
    Test number
    912481172665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass24,657 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    24,657 miles
    Test number
    793057665314
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LK06 COW

Does LK06 COW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK06 COW is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LK06 COW?
The MOT on LK06 COW is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK06 COW done?
LK06 COW was recorded at 69,934 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 5,652 miles a year.
Has LK06 COW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK06 COW has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LK06 COW 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 LK06 COW find?
LK06 COW passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush.

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