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BMW 120

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LX54 OETMOT history

LX54 OET is a grey petrol BMW 120 first used on 6 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 120,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Nov 2025
Mileage
120,850 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 OET
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 OET was last recorded at 120,850 miles on 21 Nov 2024, 1,675 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,175 miles · 16 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,675 miles
Average per year
4,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 120,850 miles
  • 2023 – 119,175 miles
  • 2022 – 117,274 miles
  • 2021 – 115,011 miles
  • 2020 – 114,273 miles
  • 2019 – 111,875 miles
  • 2018 – 109,503 miles
  • 2017 – 105,310 miles
  • 2016 – 100,989 miles
  • 2015 – 97,438 miles
  • 2014 – 94,838 miles
  • 2013 – 81,263 miles
  • 2012 – 78,614 miles
  • 2011 – 74,211 miles
  • 2009 – 68,045 miles
  • 2008 – 61,209 miles
  • 2007 – 50,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,850 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,850 miles (+1,675)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    120,850 miles
    Test number
    989208282578
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass119,175 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    119,175 miles
    Test number
    472493637797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail119,164 miles (+1,890)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,164 miles
    Test number
    596742871757
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass117,274 miles (+2,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,274 miles
    Test number
    990563907152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass115,011 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,011 miles
    Test number
    366979474856
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail115,011 miles (+738)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,011 miles
    Test number
    936740423628
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass114,273 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,273 miles
    Test number
    835981612850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,252 miles (+2,377)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,252 miles
    Test number
    610671143076
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass111,875 miles (+2,372)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,875 miles
    Test number
    486165176569
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass109,503 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    109,503 miles
    Test number
    106567098044
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  11. Fail109,503 miles (+4,193)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,503 miles
    Test number
    134754062617
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  12. Pass105,310 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,310 miles
    Test number
    804378855893
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail105,305 miles (+4,316)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,305 miles
    Test number
    116116694009
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass100,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    318265024825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,989 miles (+3,551)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    535057960569
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect not working (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • AdvisoryEML is ON

  16. Pass97,438 miles (+2,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    97,438 miles
    Test number
    718947375122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass94,838 miles (+13,575)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    94,838 miles
    Test number
    119100164115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,263 miles (+2,649)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    81,263 miles
    Test number
    476880963038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,614 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    639392232005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail78,614 miles (+4,403)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    409451632091
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass74,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,211 miles
    Test number
    136496421053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail74,211 miles (+6,166)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,211 miles
    Test number
    389366321023
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass68,045 miles (+6,836)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    68,045 miles
    Test number
    443604729498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    61,209 miles
    Test number
    180331168267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,209 miles (+10,901)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,209 miles
    Test number
    114890668270
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass50,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    50,308 miles
    Test number
    491403037388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 OET

Does LX54 OET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 OET expired on 20 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 OET?
The MOT on LX54 OET expired on 20 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 OET done?
LX54 OET was recorded at 120,850 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2024, an average of 4,154 miles a year.
Has LX54 OET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 OET has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LX54 OET 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 LX54 OET find?
LX54 OET passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2024 with 14 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 11 more.

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