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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM10 GOUMOT history

LM10 GOU is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 15 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
145,584 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 GOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
2 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 GOU was last recorded at 145,584 miles on 2 May 2026, 4,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,784 miles · 10 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,800 miles
Average per year
9,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,584 miles
  • 2025 – 140,784 miles
  • 2023 – 136,407 miles
  • 2022 – 129,913 miles
  • 2021 – 120,855 miles
  • 2020 – 105,936 miles
  • 2019 – 97,647 miles
  • 2018 – 84,081 miles
  • 2017 – 51,267 miles
  • 2016 – 40,288 miles
  • 2015 – 31,877 miles
  • 2014 – 25,223 miles
  • 2013 – 18,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,584 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,584 miles (+4,800)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    145,584 miles
    Test number
    383063907715
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass140,784 miles (+10)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,784 miles
    Test number
    522640578474
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail140,774 miles (+4,367)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,774 miles
    Test number
    852799903024
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged

  4. Pass136,407 miles (+6,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    136,407 miles
    Test number
    490844539509
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass129,913 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,913 miles
    Test number
    675753506259
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail129,909 miles (+9,054)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,909 miles
    Test number
    895025854189
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,855 miles (+256)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,855 miles
    Test number
    275539072796
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake only just met the requirements may require adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail120,599 miles (+14,663)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,599 miles
    Test number
    453707870087
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency poor may require adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass105,936 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,936 miles
    Test number
    718112880776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades smearing

  10. Fail105,935 miles (+8,288)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,935 miles
    Test number
    366227007663
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml lamp illuminated (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades smearing

  11. Pass97,647 miles (+13,566)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,647 miles
    Test number
    723226303963
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass84,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    84,081 miles
    Test number
    250912592092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,081 miles (+15,209)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,081 miles
    Test number
    369216861521
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass68,872 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,872 miles
    Test number
    446692404456
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush chalked (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail68,872 miles (+17,605)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,872 miles
    Test number
    514424448468
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush chalked (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass51,267 miles (+10,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,267 miles
    Test number
    827136100057
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Jacking rubber missing.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components.

  17. Pass40,288 miles (+8,411)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    40,288 miles
    Test number
    890012886105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,877 miles (+6,654)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    31,877 miles
    Test number
    927036335064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,223 miles (+6,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,223 miles
    Test number
    626373894077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass18,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    18,439 miles
    Test number
    926811083057
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail18,439 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,439 miles
    Test number
    589141383006
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about LM10 GOU

Does LM10 GOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 GOU is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 GOU?
The MOT on LM10 GOU is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 GOU done?
LM10 GOU was recorded at 145,584 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 9,697 miles a year.
Has LM10 GOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 GOU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM10 GOU 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 LM10 GOU find?
LM10 GOU passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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