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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 ZGEMOT history

LM11 ZGE is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 19 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 149,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

LM11 ZGE black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
149,599 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 ZGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 ZGE was last recorded at 149,599 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,227 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
372 miles
Average per year
7,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,599 miles
  • 2024 – 136,960 miles
  • 2023 – 122,270 miles
  • 2022 – 116,433 miles
  • 2021 – 110,083 miles
  • 2020 – 105,410 miles
  • 2019 – 89,954 miles
  • 2018 – 83,601 miles
  • 2017 – 77,193 miles
  • 2016 – 70,518 miles
  • 2015 – 65,275 miles
  • 2014 – 63,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,599 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,599 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    149,599 miles
    Test number
    797325008735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail149,599 miles (+372)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,599 miles
    Test number
    469813745146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Fail149,227 miles (+12,267)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,227 miles
    Test number
    864280105581
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass136,960 miles (+14,690)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,960 miles
    Test number
    955560939331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass122,270 miles (+5,837)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,270 miles
    Test number
    239063316638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,433 miles
    Test number
    820367648075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail116,433 miles (+6,350)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,433 miles
    Test number
    326357594103
    • MajorNearside Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass110,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,083 miles
    Test number
    927379955936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,083 miles (+4,673)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,083 miles
    Test number
    620402464183
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both washers inoperative (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened lower arm ball joint casing sliced through to ball (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated prop shaft to rear diff rubber coupling (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  10. Pass105,410 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,410 miles
    Test number
    592208757221
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  11. Fail105,388 miles (+15,434)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,388 miles
    Test number
    131163163081
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and bald on edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge and cuts in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass89,954 miles (+6,353)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,954 miles
    Test number
    548760276573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,601 miles (+6,408)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,601 miles
    Test number
    998910190798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,193 miles (+6,675)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,193 miles
    Test number
    755713358523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,518 miles (+5,243)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,518 miles
    Test number
    832784676337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,275 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,275 miles
    Test number
    105612035155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,324 miles (+3,859)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,324 miles
    Test number
    526366334349
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass59,465 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    258732824142
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail59,465 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    358022024112
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM11 ZGE

Does LM11 ZGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 ZGE is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM11 ZGE?
The MOT on LM11 ZGE is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 ZGE done?
LM11 ZGE was recorded at 149,599 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 7,837 miles a year.
Has LM11 ZGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 ZGE has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM11 ZGE 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 LM11 ZGE find?
LM11 ZGE passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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