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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LL54 BEUMOT history

LL54 BEU is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 16 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 269,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2025
Mileage
269,460 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL54 BEU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL54 BEU was last recorded at 269,460 miles on 6 Sept 2024, 45,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
224,232 miles · 27 May 2023
Between the last two tests
45,228 miles
Average per year
10,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 269,460 miles
  • 2023 – 224,232 miles
  • 2022 – 221,704 miles
  • 2021 – 191,376 miles
  • 2020 – 170,990 miles
  • 2019 – 154,785 miles
  • 2018 – 141,041 miles
  • 2017 – 132,579 miles
  • 2016 – 127,032 miles
  • 2015 – 123,406 miles
  • 2014 – 114,800 miles
  • 2013 – 108,994 miles
  • 2012 – 105,762 miles
  • 2011 – 100,544 miles
  • 2010 – 98,426 miles
  • 2009 – 93,113 miles
  • 2008 – 88,221 miles
  • 2007 – 85,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,460 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass269,460 miles (+45,228)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    269,460 miles
    Test number
    172574929332
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass224,232 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    224,232 miles
    Test number
    382927779462
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under tray fitted which obscuring inner components viewing
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel slightly high

  3. Fail224,232 miles (+2,528)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,232 miles
    Test number
    520297372285
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under tray fitted which obscuring inner components viewing
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel slightly high

  4. Pass221,704 miles (+30,328)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    221,704 miles
    Test number
    351365528651
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  5. Pass191,376 miles (+20,386)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    191,376 miles
    Test number
    252271803754
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight play in steering rack inner joint n/s

  6. Pass170,990 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    170,990 miles
    Test number
    251166659894
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated at service limit (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated at service limit (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect ADVISE AT SERVICE LIMIT (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail170,990 miles (+16,205)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,990 miles
    Test number
    304321473973
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated at service limit (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated at service limit (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect ADVISE AT SERVICE LIMIT (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass154,785 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    154,785 miles
    Test number
    160862895663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail154,784 miles (+13,743)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,784 miles
    Test number
    872936602597
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed Near Shocker pinch Bolt (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass141,041 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    141,041 miles
    Test number
    354951582347
    • AdvisoryADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW TREAD
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Fail141,041 miles (+8,462)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,041 miles
    Test number
    382872531254
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW TREAD
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass132,579 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    132,579 miles
    Test number
    847316928417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,431 miles (+5,399)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,431 miles
    Test number
    211588425118
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass127,032 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    127,032 miles
    Test number
    304450181525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail127,032 miles (+3,626)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,032 miles
    Test number
    588904330299
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass123,406 miles (+8,606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    123,406 miles
    Test number
    749982645105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass114,800 miles (+5,806)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    114,800 miles
    Test number
    448895134116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass108,994 miles (+3,232)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    108,994 miles
    Test number
    685121853180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,762 miles (+5,218)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    105,762 miles
    Test number
    936247112317
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/f and rear tyres worn near to wearbars

  20. Pass100,544 miles (+2,118)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    100,544 miles
    Test number
    329562111332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass98,426 miles (+5,313)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    98,426 miles
    Test number
    360337010313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass93,113 miles (+4,892)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    93,113 miles
    Test number
    944801379243
    • NoteNoise from n/s handbrake

  23. Pass88,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    88,221 miles
    Test number
    410134178243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail88,221 miles (+2,971)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,221 miles
    Test number
    324914778452
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass85,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    85,250 miles
    Test number
    663251377206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail85,250 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,250 miles
    Test number
    190079967222
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCheck front brake pads - appear low

Questions about LL54 BEU

Does LL54 BEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL54 BEU expired on 5 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL54 BEU?
The MOT on LL54 BEU expired on 5 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL54 BEU done?
LL54 BEU was recorded at 269,460 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2024, an average of 10,870 miles a year.
Has LL54 BEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL54 BEU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LL54 BEU 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 LL54 BEU find?
LL54 BEU passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; oil leak, but not excessive.

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