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BMW 120

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LM54 GFYMOT history

LM54 GFY is a grey petrol BMW 120 first used on 17 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2024
Mileage
146,446 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 GFY
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
17 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 GFY was last recorded at 146,446 miles on 18 Dec 2023, 1,914 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,532 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1,914 miles
Average per year
6,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,446 miles
  • 2022 – 144,532 miles
  • 2021 – 140,039 miles
  • 2020 – 133,530 miles
  • 2019 – 129,103 miles
  • 2018 – 121,744 miles
  • 2017 – 110,137 miles
  • 2016 – 96,285 miles
  • 2015 – 85,311 miles
  • 2014 – 80,672 miles
  • 2013 – 77,844 miles
  • 2012 – 74,430 miles
  • 2011 – 70,461 miles
  • 2010 – 65,682 miles
  • 2009 – 61,105 miles
  • 2008 – 55,070 miles
  • 2007 – 45,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,446 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both side control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering hoses deteriorated

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,446 miles (+1,914)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    146,446 miles
    Test number
    910210157792
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both side control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering hoses deteriorated

  2. Pass144,532 miles (+4,493)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    144,532 miles
    Test number
    621413780398
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both osf/nsf (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both osr/nsr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass140,039 miles (+6,509)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    140,039 miles
    Test number
    179026947704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass133,530 miles (+4,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    133,530 miles
    Test number
    261212377623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,103 miles (+7,359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,103 miles
    Test number
    209372670185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass121,744 miles (+11,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    121,744 miles
    Test number
    760576036600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass110,137 miles (+13,852)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,137 miles
    Test number
    568229046604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,285 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    96,285 miles
    Test number
    702705312762
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail96,285 miles (+10,974)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,285 miles
    Test number
    532235553878
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass85,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    85,311 miles
    Test number
    718167603616
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail85,311 miles (+4,639)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,311 miles
    Test number
    568590832240
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracking reaching cords (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass80,672 miles (+2,828)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,672 miles
    Test number
    369550474289
    • NoteN/S/R seat belt locking device sometimes faulty.
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass77,844 miles (+3,414)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,844 miles
    Test number
    407249393221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,430 miles (+3,969)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,430 miles
    Test number
    755437382259
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  15. Fail70,461 miles2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,461 miles
    Test number
    388873981483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNear side front tyre getting bold from outter edge

  16. Pass70,461 miles (+4,779)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,461 miles
    Test number
    969843881264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNear side front tyre getting bold from outter edge

  17. Pass65,682 miles (+4,577)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    65,682 miles
    Test number
    323695880240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass61,105 miles (+6,035)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    61,105 miles
    Test number
    682371679223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass55,070 miles (+9,169)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    55,070 miles
    Test number
    100565978201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,901 miles
    Test number
    642215077213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 GFY

Does LM54 GFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 GFY expired on 18 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 GFY?
The MOT on LM54 GFY expired on 18 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 GFY done?
LM54 GFY was recorded at 146,446 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2023, an average of 6,202 miles a year.
Has LM54 GFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 GFY has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2016.
Has the mileage on LM54 GFY 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 GFY find?
LM54 GFY passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2023 with 12 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; coolant leak; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 9 more.

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