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BMW 120

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LM54 AUEMOT history

LM54 AUE is a grey petrol BMW 120 first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2026
Mileage
102,527 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 AUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 AUE was last recorded at 102,527 miles on 14 Mar 2025, 130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,397 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
130 miles
Average per year
5,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,527 miles
  • 2024 – 91,452 miles
  • 2023 – 82,906 miles
  • 2022 – 67,671 miles
  • 2021 – 51,780 miles
  • 2020 – 48,137 miles
  • 2019 – 43,828 miles
  • 2017 – 37,771 miles
  • 2016 – 34,711 miles
  • 2015 – 34,126 miles
  • 2014 – 33,690 miles
  • 2013 – 32,396 miles
  • 2012 – 30,374 miles
  • 2011 – 27,191 miles
  • 2010 – 23,593 miles
  • 2009 – 19,403 miles
  • 2008 – 15,374 miles
  • 2007 – 11,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,527 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,527 miles (+130)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,527 miles
    Test number
    936928379576
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail102,397 miles (+10,945)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,397 miles
    Test number
    342070831637
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,452 miles (+8,546)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    91,452 miles
    Test number
    564260577792
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin excessively low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,906 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,906 miles
    Test number
    665275010329
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail82,906 miles (+15,235)1 dangerous4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,906 miles
    Test number
    597527035924
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass67,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    67,671 miles
    Test number
    231610129571
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light staying on

  7. Fail67,671 miles (+15,891)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,671 miles
    Test number
    193977358488
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light staying on

  8. Pass51,780 miles (+3,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,780 miles
    Test number
    977096270566
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass48,137 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    48,137 miles
    Test number
    888781844163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySERVICE DUE

  10. Fail48,137 miles (+4,309)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,137 miles
    Test number
    195456464484
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySERVICE DUE

  11. Pass43,828 miles (+6,057)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    43,828 miles
    Test number
    866116251246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,771 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    37,771 miles
    Test number
    352835356554
    • AdvisoryUnder tray & plastic sill covers fitted

  13. Fail37,771 miles (+3,060)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,771 miles
    Test number
    272925397259
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray & plastic sill covers fitted

  14. Pass34,711 miles (+585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    34,711 miles
    Test number
    450105374733
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rears and n/s/front
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer n/s/front tyre wearing outer edge

  15. Pass34,126 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    34,126 miles
    Test number
    543285462649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,690 miles (+1,294)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,690 miles
    Test number
    766373664387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass32,396 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    32,396 miles
    Test number
    626169023379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    30,374 miles
    Test number
    108696722308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,374 miles (+3,183)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,374 miles
    Test number
    888826022350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass27,191 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,191 miles
    Test number
    867127921328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,593 miles
    Test number
    101284630315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,593 miles (+4,190)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,593 miles
    Test number
    151344930332
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass19,403 miles (+4,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,403 miles
    Test number
    124228329315
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass15,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    15,374 miles
    Test number
    584264328305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail15,374 miles (+4,077)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,374 miles
    Test number
    622264528348
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  26. Pass11,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    11,297 miles
    Test number
    474711927361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 AUE

Does LM54 AUE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 AUE expired on 13 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 AUE?
The MOT on LM54 AUE expired on 13 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 AUE done?
LM54 AUE was recorded at 102,527 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2025, an average of 5,267 miles a year.
Has LM54 AUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 AUE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 AUE 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 LM54 AUE find?
LM54 AUE passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; brake hose slightly deteriorated both front; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 1 more.

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