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BMW 120

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 BVGMOT history

LB08 BVG is a black petrol BMW 120 first used on 5 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 81,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
81,634 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BVG
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
5 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BVG was last recorded at 81,634 miles on 12 May 2026, 4,529 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jun 2014: 34,369 miles, lower than 38,907 miles on 20 Mar 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
77,105 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,529 miles
Average per year
3,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,634 miles
  • 2025 – 77,105 miles
  • 2024 – 71,818 miles
  • 2023 – 68,112 miles
  • 2022 – 64,105 miles
  • 2021 – 59,705 miles
  • 2020 – 55,139 miles
  • 2019 – 50,561 miles
  • 2018 – 46,554 miles
  • 2017 – 43,230 miles
  • 2016 – 39,653 miles
  • 2015 – 35,937 miles
  • 2014 – 34,369 miles
  • 2013 – 38,907 miles
  • 2012 – 31,152 miles
  • 2011 – 31,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,634 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective bracket broken (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,634 miles (+4,529)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    81,634 miles
    Test number
    377756945511
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective bracket broken (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass77,105 miles (+5,287)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    77,105 miles
    Test number
    265107375620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass71,818 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    71,818 miles
    Test number
    744485205076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,112 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,112 miles
    Test number
    884393757369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,105 miles (+4,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    64,105 miles
    Test number
    424702868678
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front rubber flexi brake hoses are cracking slightly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drive front drivers belt frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass59,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    59,705 miles
    Test number
    708680589199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail59,705 miles (+4,566)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,705 miles
    Test number
    463803526287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass55,139 miles (+4,578)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    55,139 miles
    Test number
    374005685802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,561 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,561 miles
    Test number
    196118628037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,554 miles (+3,324)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,554 miles
    Test number
    892086928022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass43,230 miles (+3,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    43,230 miles
    Test number
    528225382979
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass39,653 miles (+3,716)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,653 miles
    Test number
    974076520712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,937 miles (+1,568)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,937 miles
    Test number
    689907865143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,369 miles (-4,538)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,369 miles
    Test number
    107501574123
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perishing and cracked
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing and cracked

  15. Fail38,907 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,907 miles
    Test number
    168989173453
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass38,907 miles (+7,755)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,907 miles
    Test number
    535969973035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,152 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,152 miles
    Test number
    205379672034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,105 miles
    Test number
    629233971147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 BVG

Does LB08 BVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BVG is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BVG?
The MOT on LB08 BVG is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BVG done?
LB08 BVG was recorded at 81,634 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 3,394 miles a year.
Has LB08 BVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BVG has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LB08 BVG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 BVG find?
LB08 BVG passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective bracket broken; offside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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