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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 VDMMOT history

LS09 VDM is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 11 Jun 2009. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 115,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
115,850 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 VDM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 VDM was last recorded at 115,850 miles on 20 Sept 2025, 5,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,606 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
5,244 miles
Average per year
5,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,850 miles
  • 2024 – 110,606 miles
  • 2023 – 106,245 miles
  • 2022 – 102,142 miles
  • 2021 – 98,249 miles
  • 2020 – 94,008 miles
  • 2019 – 90,156 miles
  • 2018 – 83,584 miles
  • 2017 – 77,258 miles
  • 2016 – 72,643 miles
  • 2015 – 64,337 miles
  • 2014 – 56,094 miles
  • 2013 – 49,034 miles
  • 2012 – 43,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,850 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTRH (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Engine covers/Under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,850 miles (+5,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    115,850 miles
    Test number
    197594830323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTRH (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,606 miles (+4,361)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    110,606 miles
    Test number
    967818292662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,245 miles (+4,103)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    106,245 miles
    Test number
    994277966887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOuter Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side front. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass102,142 miles (+3,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,142 miles
    Test number
    381558619947
    • 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))

  5. Pass98,249 miles (+4,241)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,249 miles
    Test number
    777906741374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,008 miles (+3,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,008 miles
    Test number
    778034424906
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/Under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass90,156 miles (+6,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,156 miles
    Test number
    570716465588
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/Under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass83,584 miles (+6,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,584 miles
    Test number
    527294769346
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/Under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass77,258 miles (+4,615)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,258 miles
    Test number
    358585879558
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/Under trays fitted

  10. Pass72,643 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,643 miles
    Test number
    857877775276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail72,567 miles (+8,230)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    520291387410
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass64,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    387597348857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,336 miles (+8,242)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,336 miles
    Test number
    368169941920
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  14. Pass56,094 miles (+7,060)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,094 miles
    Test number
    387335304400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,034 miles (+5,423)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,034 miles
    Test number
    676014403230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,611 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,611 miles
    Test number
    105053692166
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass43,611 miles (+978)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,611 miles
    Test number
    316303892119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,633 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,633 miles
    Test number
    798395042124
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS09 VDM

Does LS09 VDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 VDM expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 VDM?
The MOT on LS09 VDM expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 VDM done?
LS09 VDM was recorded at 115,850 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2025, an average of 5,495 miles a year.
Has LS09 VDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 VDM has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on LS09 VDM 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 LS09 VDM find?
LS09 VDM passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin botrh; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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