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BMW 118

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LX57 VMVMOT history

LX57 VMV is a silver petrol BMW 118 first used on 4 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 54,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
54,971 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX57 VMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
4 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX57 VMV was last recorded at 54,971 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 3,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,789 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,182 miles
Average per year
2,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,971 miles
  • 2025 – 51,789 miles
  • 2024 – 49,560 miles
  • 2023 – 45,639 miles
  • 2022 – 42,092 miles
  • 2021 – 37,819 miles
  • 2019 – 37,447 miles
  • 2018 – 36,774 miles
  • 2017 – 35,553 miles
  • 2016 – 34,370 miles
  • 2015 – 32,894 miles
  • 2014 – 31,325 miles
  • 2013 – 29,573 miles
  • 2012 – 27,482 miles
  • 2011 – 25,147 miles
  • 2010 – 21,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,971 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,971 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    54,971 miles
    Test number
    317909316816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail54,971 miles (+3,182)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,971 miles
    Test number
    417564380554
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,789 miles (+2,229)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    51,789 miles
    Test number
    153921531936
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass49,560 miles (+3,921)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    49,560 miles
    Test number
    740262657359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,639 miles (+3,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    45,639 miles
    Test number
    681675009778
    • 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))

  6. Pass42,092 miles (+4,273)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    42,092 miles
    Test number
    152876778627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,819 miles (+372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    37,819 miles
    Test number
    748462258150
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass37,447 miles (+673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    37,447 miles
    Test number
    362739118754
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvice small oil leak

  9. Pass36,774 miles (+1,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    36,774 miles
    Test number
    233577924996
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass35,553 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    35,553 miles
    Test number
    198394476061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,370 miles (+1,476)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    34,370 miles
    Test number
    146522084327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,894 miles (+1,569)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,894 miles
    Test number
    534112484932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,325 miles (+1,752)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    31,325 miles
    Test number
    275737724295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,573 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    29,573 miles
    Test number
    709981033202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,482 miles (+2,335)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    27,482 miles
    Test number
    556237622200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    25,147 miles
    Test number
    385278421493
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail25,141 miles (+3,389)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,141 miles
    Test number
    566348521248
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass21,752 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    21,752 miles
    Test number
    744874640246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,722 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,722 miles
    Test number
    662433940256
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about LX57 VMV

Does LX57 VMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX57 VMV is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX57 VMV?
The MOT on LX57 VMV is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX57 VMV done?
LX57 VMV was recorded at 54,971 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 2,063 miles a year.
Has LX57 VMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX57 VMV has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LX57 VMV 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 LX57 VMV find?
LX57 VMV passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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