BMW logo

BMW 728

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

L8 TJVMOT history

L8 TJV is a black petrol BMW 728 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 73,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
73,973 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,142 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L8 TJV in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L8 TJV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 TJV was last recorded at 73,973 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 6,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,720 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,253 miles
Average per year
1,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,973 miles
  • 2025 – 67,720 miles
  • 2024 – 67,077 miles
  • 2023 – 64,799 miles
  • 2022 – 63,979 miles
  • 2021 – 62,900 miles
  • 2020 – 62,880 miles
  • 2019 – 62,719 miles
  • 2018 – 62,406 miles
  • 2017 – 61,952 miles
  • 2016 – 61,260 miles
  • 2015 – 61,074 miles
  • 2014 – 60,521 miles
  • 2013 – 60,322 miles
  • 2012 – 59,733 miles
  • 2011 – 58,745 miles
  • 2010 – 57,980 miles
  • 2009 – 57,301 miles
  • 2007 – 56,494 miles
  • 2006 – 51,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,973 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,973 miles (+6,253)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    73,973 miles
    Test number
    296693493315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,720 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    67,720 miles
    Test number
    761088934204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail67,715 miles (+638)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,715 miles
    Test number
    640404783666
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass67,077 miles (+2,278)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    67,077 miles
    Test number
    733659163216
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass64,799 miles (+820)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,799 miles
    Test number
    165860217332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,979 miles (+1,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,979 miles
    Test number
    871637470135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass62,900 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    967225584848
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail62,900 miles (+20)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    618917358279
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass62,880 miles (+161)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,880 miles
    Test number
    380126557403
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  10. Pass62,719 miles (+313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,719 miles
    Test number
    329241210101
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear hub lower joint gators perished both sides

  11. Pass62,406 miles (+454)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,406 miles
    Test number
    155562494966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,952 miles (+692)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    61,952 miles
    Test number
    777459571149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,260 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,260 miles
    Test number
    430568084123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,074 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,074 miles
    Test number
    449705715000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,521 miles (+199)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,521 miles
    Test number
    465344614094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,322 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,322 miles
    Test number
    337793723017
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass60,322 miles (+589)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,322 miles
    Test number
    945683923001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,733 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,733 miles
    Test number
    248599312001
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass59,733 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    59,733 miles
    Test number
    586619912081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,745 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,745 miles
    Test number
    259508811069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,743 miles (+763)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,743 miles
    Test number
    578074511053
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

  22. Pass57,980 miles (+679)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,980 miles
    Test number
    674592020049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,301 miles (+807)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,301 miles
    Test number
    753533829092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,494 miles (+3,300)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,494 miles
    Test number
    231104787212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,194 miles (+2,008)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    53,194 miles
    Test number
    381887417030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,186 miles
    Test number
    242100436079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 TJV

Does L8 TJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 TJV is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 TJV?
The MOT on L8 TJV is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 TJV done?
L8 TJV was recorded at 73,973 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 1,142 miles a year.
Has L8 TJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 TJV has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 TJV 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 L8 TJV find?
L8 TJV passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all L8T registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.