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BMW 120

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 BHFMOT history

LB08 BHF is a black petrol BMW 120 first used on 22 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 141,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
141,751 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BHF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BHF was last recorded at 141,751 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,751 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,751 miles
  • 2024 – 136,858 miles
  • 2023 – 136,076 miles
  • 2022 – 132,570 miles
  • 2021 – 128,482 miles
  • 2020 – 125,969 miles
  • 2019 – 120,996 miles
  • 2018 – 114,574 miles
  • 2017 – 106,764 miles
  • 2015 – 97,186 miles
  • 2014 – 85,495 miles
  • 2013 – 73,482 miles
  • 2012 – 61,205 miles
  • 2011 – 48,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,751 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,751 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    141,751 miles
    Test number
    501851715834
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail141,751 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,751 miles
    Test number
    186065835428
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail141,751 miles (+4,893)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,751 miles
    Test number
    571544838238
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to oil leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass136,858 miles (+782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    136,858 miles
    Test number
    623464938843
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass136,076 miles (+3,506)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    136,076 miles
    Test number
    124185119255
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, not allowing full inspection of all brake pipes.

  6. Pass132,570 miles (+4,088)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    132,570 miles
    Test number
    310394566274
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass128,482 miles (+2,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    128,482 miles
    Test number
    587801118076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass125,969 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,969 miles
    Test number
    143458197626
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail125,968 miles (+4,972)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,968 miles
    Test number
    593617938140
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, not allowing full inspection of brake pipes.

  10. Pass120,996 miles (+6,422)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,996 miles
    Test number
    166828634259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,574 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,574 miles
    Test number
    128771518455
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail114,572 miles (+7,808)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,572 miles
    Test number
    598730471439
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass106,764 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    860478042740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,746 miles (+9,560)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,746 miles
    Test number
    597996514221
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass97,186 miles (+11,691)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    97,186 miles
    Test number
    987841148240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,495 miles (+12,013)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,495 miles
    Test number
    646842884237
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteO/s/f steering arm has slight play

  17. Pass73,482 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    706455893274
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail73,423 miles (+12,218)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,423 miles
    Test number
    606590993265
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine managemant light on

  19. Pass61,205 miles (+13,077)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,205 miles
    Test number
    307477992488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass48,128 miles (+9,442)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,128 miles
    Test number
    289885401386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,686 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,686 miles
    Test number
    509261621080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB08 BHF

Does LB08 BHF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 BHF expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BHF?
The MOT on LB08 BHF expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 BHF done?
LB08 BHF was recorded at 141,751 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 6,997 miles a year.
Has LB08 BHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BHF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 BHF 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 LB08 BHF find?
LB08 BHF passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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