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BMW 120

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS06 VLZMOT history

LS06 VLZ is a red diesel BMW 120 first used on 16 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 141,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LS06 VLZ red BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,160 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 VLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS06 VLZ was last recorded at 141,160 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 3,249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,911 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,249 miles
Average per year
7,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,160 miles
  • 2025 – 137,911 miles
  • 2023 – 135,812 miles
  • 2022 – 132,655 miles
  • 2021 – 125,776 miles
  • 2020 – 113,249 miles
  • 2019 – 105,245 miles
  • 2018 – 100,176 miles
  • 2017 – 91,006 miles
  • 2016 – 79,699 miles
  • 2015 – 70,579 miles
  • 2014 – 64,094 miles
  • 2013 – 56,661 miles
  • 2012 – 48,426 miles
  • 2011 – 38,403 miles
  • 2010 – 21,345 miles
  • 2009 – 16,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,160 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,160 miles (+3,249)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,160 miles
    Test number
    212735320391
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    137,911 miles
    Test number
    390493562005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail137,911 miles (+2,099)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,911 miles
    Test number
    232845729242
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass135,812 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    135,812 miles
    Test number
    876777982757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside rear tyre on 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes to and across rear axle getting corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail135,812 miles (+3,157)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,812 miles
    Test number
    450003640004
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside rear tyre on 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes to and across rear axle getting corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass132,655 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,655 miles
    Test number
    431116299480
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Fail132,650 miles (+6,874)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,650 miles
    Test number
    397095254923
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  8. Pass125,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,776 miles
    Test number
    347859594408
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  9. Fail125,772 miles (+12,517)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,772 miles
    Test number
    424004457349
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  10. Pass113,255 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,255 miles
    Test number
    789630249206
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  11. Fail113,249 miles (+8,004)3 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,249 miles
    Test number
    499560749344
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  12. Pass105,245 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,245 miles
    Test number
    706917525163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail105,244 miles (+5,068)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,244 miles
    Test number
    999310496972
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value 1.57 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass100,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    100,176 miles
    Test number
    937421931784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  15. Fail100,176 miles (+9,170)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,176 miles
    Test number
    758191008423
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass91,006 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    91,006 miles
    Test number
    224031861951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail91,005 miles (+11,306)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,005 miles
    Test number
    755476050809
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass79,699 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,699 miles
    Test number
    884160581032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail79,693 miles (+9,114)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,693 miles
    Test number
    150964331840
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass70,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,579 miles
    Test number
    520496886251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,579 miles (+6,485)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,579 miles
    Test number
    516497870353
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass64,094 miles (+7,433)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,094 miles
    Test number
    865465334321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,661 miles (+57)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    56,661 miles
    Test number
    167665423334
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Fail56,604 miles (+8,178)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,604 miles
    Test number
    486794223399
    • DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads getting low

  25. Pass48,426 miles (+10,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    48,426 miles
    Test number
    215331332306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass38,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,403 miles
    Test number
    458184951487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,403 miles (+12,087)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,403 miles
    Test number
    975313651334
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass26,316 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,316 miles
    Test number
    956508621080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,345 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    21,345 miles
    Test number
    910008160180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    17,417 miles
    Test number
    323632510072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail17,417 miles (+1,217)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,417 miles
    Test number
    470511710055
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  32. Pass16,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,200 miles
    Test number
    731859269178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS06 VLZ

Does LS06 VLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS06 VLZ is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS06 VLZ?
The MOT on LS06 VLZ is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS06 VLZ done?
LS06 VLZ was recorded at 141,160 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 7,547 miles a year.
Has LS06 VLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 VLZ has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS06 VLZ 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 LS06 VLZ find?
LS06 VLZ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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