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Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,998 cc

LS68 VGCMOT history

LS68 VGC is a black petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 28 Sept 2018. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 65,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

LS68 VGC black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
65,354 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS68 VGC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
28 Sept 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS68 VGC was last recorded at 65,354 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 8,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
56,650 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,704 miles
Average per year
9,992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,354 miles
  • 2025 – 56,650 miles
  • 2024 – 47,052 miles
  • 2023 – 37,868 miles
  • 2022 – 25,654 miles
  • 2021 – 15,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,354 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil advise replacement (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges, advise replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

7 tests since 7 Jul 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,354 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    65,354 miles
    Test number
    811537810169
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil advise replacement (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail65,353 miles (+8,703)3 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,353 miles
    Test number
    537339359135
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm across tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on outer edge of tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm across tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil advise replacement (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass56,650 miles (+9,598)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    56,650 miles
    Test number
    111729435234
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass47,052 miles (+9,184)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    47,052 miles
    Test number
    496154994267
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Advise removal of items from rear view mirror (3.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass37,868 miles (+12,214)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    37,868 miles
    Test number
    805631165311
    • MinorDriver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Advise removal of items from rear view mirror (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass25,654 miles (+9,868)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    25,654 miles
    Test number
    277185586573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass15,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    15,786 miles
    Test number
    399701756027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS68 VGC

Does LS68 VGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS68 VGC is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS68 VGC?
The MOT on LS68 VGC is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS68 VGC done?
LS68 VGC was recorded at 65,354 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 9,992 miles a year.
Has LS68 VGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS68 VGC has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS68 VGC 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 LS68 VGC find?
LS68 VGC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil advise replacement; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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