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BMW 120

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 BVHMOT history

LB08 BVH is a silver diesel BMW 120 first used on 2 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 154,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
154,287 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BVH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BVH was last recorded at 154,287 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,174 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
7,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,287 miles
  • 2025 – 147,252 miles
  • 2024 – 138,370 miles
  • 2023 – 130,084 miles
  • 2022 – 122,880 miles
  • 2021 – 116,178 miles
  • 2020 – 109,304 miles
  • 2019 – 103,077 miles
  • 2018 – 98,101 miles
  • 2017 – 95,456 miles
  • 2016 – 86,683 miles
  • 2015 – 76,855 miles
  • 2014 – 63,952 miles
  • 2013 – 54,996 miles
  • 2012 – 47,117 miles
  • 2011 – 41,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,287 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTpms light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,287 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    154,287 miles
    Test number
    820777401125
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  2. Fail154,174 miles (+6,922)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,174 miles
    Test number
    791252430698
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  3. Pass147,252 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    147,252 miles
    Test number
    493513486988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail147,246 miles (+8,876)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,246 miles
    Test number
    858060056808
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass138,370 miles (+8,286)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    138,370 miles
    Test number
    992091557467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass130,084 miles (+7,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,084 miles
    Test number
    178687735572
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass122,880 miles (+6,702)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    122,880 miles
    Test number
    897324040803
    • AdvisoryFront discs are corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system obviously inoperative

  8. Pass116,178 miles (+6,874)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    116,178 miles
    Test number
    313522930954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,304 miles (+6,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,304 miles
    Test number
    290870522717
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass103,077 miles (+4,976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,077 miles
    Test number
    832993025034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass98,101 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,101 miles
    Test number
    184234826936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail98,100 miles (+2,644)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,100 miles
    Test number
    110724092594
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass95,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,456 miles
    Test number
    312347789183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,456 miles (+8,773)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,456 miles
    Test number
    194249319411
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass86,683 miles (+9,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,683 miles
    Test number
    900850299752
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing inner and outer

  16. Pass76,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,855 miles
    Test number
    105277475189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,855 miles (+12,903)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,855 miles
    Test number
    178297975139
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass63,952 miles (+8,956)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,952 miles
    Test number
    259668574103
    • NoteEmissions to low to record reading

  19. Pass54,996 miles (+7,879)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    54,996 miles
    Test number
    859839573126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,117 miles (+5,605)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,117 miles
    Test number
    709001482184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    41,512 miles
    Test number
    906341881143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail41,512 miles1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,512 miles
    Test number
    288809971174
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBRIDGESTONE POTENZA RE050A RFT 205/50/R17 (89V)

Questions about LB08 BVH

Does LB08 BVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BVH is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BVH?
The MOT on LB08 BVH is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BVH done?
LB08 BVH was recorded at 154,287 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 7,507 miles a year.
Has LB08 BVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BVH has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 BVH 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 BVH find?
LB08 BVH passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; tpms light on.

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