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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS55 BBEMOT history

LS55 BBE is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 14 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 108,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
108,035 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 BBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 BBE was last recorded at 108,035 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,031 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,035 miles
  • 2025 – 105,365 miles
  • 2024 – 102,289 miles
  • 2023 – 100,509 miles
  • 2022 – 98,802 miles
  • 2020 – 93,254 miles
  • 2019 – 91,777 miles
  • 2018 – 89,775 miles
  • 2017 – 86,796 miles
  • 2016 – 85,048 miles
  • 2015 – 84,562 miles
  • 2014 – 83,132 miles
  • 2012 – 71,750 miles
  • 2011 – 64,585 miles
  • 2010 – 57,383 miles
  • 2009 – 51,038 miles
  • 2008 – 44,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,035 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts/cracks on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,035 miles (+4)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    108,035 miles
    Test number
    477988471403
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts/cracks on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. Fail108,031 miles (+2,666)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,031 miles
    Test number
    348344102357
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts/cracks on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass105,365 miles (+3,076)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    105,365 miles
    Test number
    101956028246
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass102,289 miles (+1,780)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    102,289 miles
    Test number
    854137763484
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass100,509 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,509 miles
    Test number
    516542339886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    98,802 miles
    Test number
    542286265062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,802 miles (+5,548)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,802 miles
    Test number
    753943432228
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass93,254 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,254 miles
    Test number
    581284294263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (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, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  9. Fail93,254 miles (+1,477)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,254 miles
    Test number
    415945896669
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (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, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  10. Pass91,777 miles (+2,002)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,777 miles
    Test number
    476964521514
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass89,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,775 miles
    Test number
    918612392791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,775 miles (+2,979)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,775 miles
    Test number
    677657690887
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  13. Pass86,796 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,796 miles
    Test number
    342923298929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,048 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    85,048 miles
    Test number
    573322597580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,562 miles (+1,430)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    84,562 miles
    Test number
    264457379661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,132 miles
    Test number
    207928194268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    129141203384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,750 miles (+7,165)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,750 miles
    Test number
    557409442242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    64,585 miles
    Test number
    947103251264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,583 miles (+7,200)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,583 miles
    Test number
    927043951262
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
  21. Pass57,383 miles (+6,345)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    57,383 miles
    Test number
    510924350256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass51,038 miles (+6,317)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,038 miles
    Test number
    424058149229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,721 miles
    Test number
    913503558270
    • 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)

Questions about LS55 BBE

Does LS55 BBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 BBE is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 BBE?
The MOT on LS55 BBE is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 BBE done?
LS55 BBE was recorded at 108,035 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 3,646 miles a year.
Has LS55 BBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 BBE has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 BBE 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 LS55 BBE find?
LS55 BBE passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, and 4 more.

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