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BMW 116

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

LS51 LZCMOT history

LS51 LZC is a blue petrol BMW 116 first used on 8 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
105,112 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 LZC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 LZC was last recorded at 105,112 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 29,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,743 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
29,369 miles
Average per year
3,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,112 miles
  • 2025 – 75,743 miles
  • 2024 – 74,620 miles
  • 2023 – 70,991 miles
  • 2022 – 67,874 miles
  • 2021 – 64,329 miles
  • 2020 – 63,524 miles
  • 2019 – 62,371 miles
  • 2018 – 60,829 miles
  • 2017 – 59,953 miles
  • 2016 – 58,215 miles
  • 2015 – 56,389 miles
  • 2014 – 54,453 miles
  • 2013 – 51,997 miles
  • 2012 – 48,835 miles
  • 2011 – 45,183 miles
  • 2010 – 42,312 miles
  • 2008 – 37,103 miles
  • 2007 – 32,674 miles
  • 2006 – 27,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,112 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,112 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    105,112 miles
    Test number
    274792886366
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail105,107 miles (+29,364)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,107 miles
    Test number
    463147870585
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass75,743 miles (+1,123)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    75,743 miles
    Test number
    873983501848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,620 miles (+3,629)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,620 miles
    Test number
    992131618569
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  5. Pass70,991 miles (+175)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    70,991 miles
    Test number
    700125754177
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose both (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail70,816 miles (+2,942)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,816 miles
    Test number
    795638929905
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose both (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass67,874 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    67,874 miles
    Test number
    325093362256
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail67,868 miles (+3,539)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,868 miles
    Test number
    732906647923
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass64,329 miles (+805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,329 miles
    Test number
    229923338278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass63,524 miles (+1,153)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,524 miles
    Test number
    874211263684
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass62,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,371 miles
    Test number
    912171680081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,370 miles (+1,541)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,370 miles
    Test number
    597890265757
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass60,829 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,829 miles
    Test number
    592446536525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,953 miles (+1,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,953 miles
    Test number
    740304292359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass58,215 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,215 miles
    Test number
    444690580190
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail58,209 miles (+1,820)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,209 miles
    Test number
    179318302129
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass56,389 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,389 miles
    Test number
    129235135072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,453 miles (+2,456)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,453 miles
    Test number
    525998234014
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass51,997 miles (+3,162)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,997 miles
    Test number
    268516343013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,835 miles (+3,652)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,835 miles
    Test number
    915525442012
    • DangerousNSF tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass45,183 miles (+2,871)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,183 miles
    Test number
    749254231078
    • NoteN/s/front tyre wearing on inside edge.

  22. Pass42,312 miles (+5,209)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    42,312 miles
    Test number
    621196640029
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass37,103 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,103 miles
    Test number
    210722668235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,049 miles (+4,375)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,049 miles
    Test number
    693749948212
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass32,674 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    32,674 miles
    Test number
    160361127209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,828 miles
    Test number
    880413096162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 LZC

Does LS51 LZC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 LZC is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 LZC?
The MOT on LS51 LZC is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 LZC done?
LS51 LZC was recorded at 105,112 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 3,881 miles a year.
Has LS51 LZC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 LZC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS51 LZC 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 LS51 LZC find?
LS51 LZC passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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