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BMW 116

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

LS09 ZWAMOT history

LS09 ZWA is a black petrol BMW 116 first used on 9 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 165,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
165,486 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 ZWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 ZWA was last recorded at 165,486 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 8,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,209 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,277 miles
Average per year
9,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,486 miles
  • 2025 – 157,209 miles
  • 2024 – 151,180 miles
  • 2023 – 145,493 miles
  • 2022 – 137,805 miles
  • 2021 – 128,791 miles
  • 2019 – 110,346 miles
  • 2018 – 104,433 miles
  • 2017 – 101,548 miles
  • 2016 – 98,801 miles
  • 2015 – 89,574 miles
  • 2014 – 75,586 miles
  • 2013 – 55,222 miles
  • 2012 – 33,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,486 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,486 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    165,486 miles
    Test number
    538829351897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail165,486 miles (+8,277)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,486 miles
    Test number
    836576900330
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass157,209 miles (+6,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    157,209 miles
    Test number
    723408396646
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass151,180 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    151,180 miles
    Test number
    391748429199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail151,118 miles (+5,625)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,118 miles
    Test number
    744634346919
    • MajorFront Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  6. Pass145,493 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,493 miles
    Test number
    622236006135
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail145,493 miles (+7,688)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,493 miles
    Test number
    492972056668
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass137,805 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,805 miles
    Test number
    240839051194
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail137,802 miles (+9,011)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,802 miles
    Test number
    608947843890
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass128,791 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    128,791 miles
    Test number
    615490168183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail128,788 miles (+18,442)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,788 miles
    Test number
    800961763691
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass110,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,346 miles
    Test number
    850840101755
    • AdvisoryVehicle has no center stop lamp fitted
  13. Fail110,346 miles (+5,913)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,346 miles
    Test number
    207079682362
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass104,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,433 miles
    Test number
    213253969912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,433 miles (+2,885)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,433 miles
    Test number
    501268393001
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
  16. Pass101,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,548 miles
    Test number
    251316903631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,548 miles (+2,747)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,548 miles
    Test number
    666468767587
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  18. Pass98,801 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,801 miles
    Test number
    460257660190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,792 miles (+9,218)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,792 miles
    Test number
    297109580667
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear pad light on (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front low on edges (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass89,574 miles (+13,988)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,574 miles
    Test number
    268328405105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,586 miles (+20,364)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    75,586 miles
    Test number
    115166914145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,222 miles (+21,360)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,222 miles
    Test number
    766905913110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,862 miles
    Test number
    235211912486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 ZWA

Does LS09 ZWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 ZWA is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 ZWA?
The MOT on LS09 ZWA is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 ZWA done?
LS09 ZWA was recorded at 165,486 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 9,533 miles a year.
Has LS09 ZWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 ZWA has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 ZWA 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 ZWA find?
LS09 ZWA passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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