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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR05 VKWMOT history

LR05 VKW is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 21 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 106,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
106,579 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2022
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VKW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VKW was last recorded at 106,579 miles on 18 Feb 2022, 3,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,465 miles · 30 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,114 miles
Average per year
5,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 106,579 miles
  • 2021 – 103,465 miles
  • 2019 – 90,710 miles
  • 2018 – 85,838 miles
  • 2017 – 84,133 miles
  • 2016 – 80,488 miles
  • 2013 – 77,897 miles
  • 2012 – 72,302 miles
  • 2011 – 68,497 miles
  • 2010 – 62,813 miles
  • 2009 – 50,118 miles
  • 2008 – 36,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,579 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,579 miles (+3,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    106,579 miles
    Test number
    572011262204
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass103,465 miles (+10)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,465 miles
    Test number
    544670365808
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail103,455 miles (+14)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,455 miles
    Test number
    122574381131
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail103,441 miles (+12,731)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,441 miles
    Test number
    981271327866
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass90,710 miles (+4,872)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,710 miles
    Test number
    346678659149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,838 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    85,838 miles
    Test number
    698583561023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,133 miles (+3,645)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,133 miles
    Test number
    372038852464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,488 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,488 miles
    Test number
    573906431165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,897 miles (+5,595)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,897 miles
    Test number
    209851833430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,302 miles (+3,805)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,302 miles
    Test number
    497599712117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass68,497 miles (+5,684)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,497 miles
    Test number
    739976131114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,813 miles (+12,695)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,813 miles
    Test number
    881261210179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,118 miles (+13,206)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,118 miles
    Test number
    411717119181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,912 miles
    Test number
    734859718196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 VKW

Does LR05 VKW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VKW expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VKW?
The MOT on LR05 VKW expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VKW done?
LR05 VKW was recorded at 106,579 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2022, an average of 5,045 miles a year.
Has LR05 VKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VKW has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LR05 VKW 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 LR05 VKW find?
LR05 VKW passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened.

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