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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LM54 MGVMOT history

LM54 MGV is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 2 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 180,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2024
Mileage
180,542 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 MGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 MGV was last recorded at 180,542 miles on 8 Dec 2023, 5,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,465 miles · 13 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
5,077 miles
Average per year
9,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 180,542 miles
  • 2022 – 175,465 miles
  • 2021 – 167,704 miles
  • 2020 – 148,274 miles
  • 2019 – 129,216 miles
  • 2018 – 118,974 miles
  • 2017 – 108,437 miles
  • 2016 – 101,722 miles
  • 2015 – 92,582 miles
  • 2014 – 83,457 miles
  • 2013 – 71,840 miles
  • 2012 – 68,659 miles
  • 2011 – 60,073 miles
  • 2010 – 48,577 miles
  • 2009 – 43,279 miles
  • 2008 – 32,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,542 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,542 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    180,542 miles
    Test number
    288088491053
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,542 miles (+5,077)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,542 miles
    Test number
    260951864090
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass175,465 miles (+7,761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    175,465 miles
    Test number
    630652421960
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect x2 (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass167,704 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    167,704 miles
    Test number
    808701922261
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail167,703 miles (+19,429)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,703 miles
    Test number
    773607665124
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass148,274 miles (+473)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,274 miles
    Test number
    348489960175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured STRONG ADVISE (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured STRONG ADVISE (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail147,801 miles (+18,585)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,801 miles
    Test number
    467400195253
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine check lamp lit.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass129,216 miles (+10,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,216 miles
    Test number
    268017899860
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass118,974 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,974 miles
    Test number
    202767149031
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail118,974 miles (+10,537)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,974 miles
    Test number
    690291891232
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass108,437 miles (+6,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    108,437 miles
    Test number
    844079498931
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass101,722 miles (+9,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,722 miles
    Test number
    900845528795
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail92,582 miles1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,582 miles
    Test number
    106110375042
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge

  14. Pass92,582 miles (+9,125)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,582 miles
    Test number
    815940175073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge

  15. Pass83,457 miles (+11,617)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,457 miles
    Test number
    867535094014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,840 miles (+3,181)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,840 miles
    Test number
    785608793081
    • NoteFront brake inbalance 23%

  17. Pass68,659 miles (+8,586)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    68,659 miles
    Test number
    556673492083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in ns/r tyre

  18. Pass60,073 miles (+11,496)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,073 miles
    Test number
    518044191036
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to inspect underside of vehicle fully dur to plastic covers fitted.

  19. Pass48,577 miles (+5,298)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    953608290060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,279 miles (+10,353)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    43,279 miles
    Test number
    132901429416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,926 miles
    Test number
    700573628017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 MGV

Does LM54 MGV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 MGV expired on 14 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 MGV?
The MOT on LM54 MGV expired on 14 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 MGV done?
LM54 MGV was recorded at 180,542 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2023, an average of 9,299 miles a year.
Has LM54 MGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 MGV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LM54 MGV 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 MGV find?
LM54 MGV passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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