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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 FXAMOT history

LB08 FXA is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 18 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 209,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2023
Mileage
209,999 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2022
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FXA was last recorded at 209,999 miles on 11 Jul 2022, 7,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,376 miles · 9 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
7,623 miles
Average per year
11,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 209,999 miles
  • 2021 – 202,376 miles
  • 2020 – 195,134 miles
  • 2019 – 189,854 miles
  • 2018 – 181,091 miles
  • 2017 – 165,116 miles
  • 2016 – 155,999 miles
  • 2015 – 140,184 miles
  • 2014 – 128,328 miles
  • 2013 – 119,083 miles
  • 2012 – 111,058 miles
  • 2011 – 86,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,999 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,999 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    209,999 miles
    Test number
    794618779200
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail209,999 miles (+7,623)1 dangerous2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,999 miles
    Test number
    211252540178
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass202,376 miles (+7,242)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    202,376 miles
    Test number
    745940437478
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass195,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    195,134 miles
    Test number
    645370705672
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail195,134 miles (+5,280)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,134 miles
    Test number
    318297840293
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass189,854 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    189,854 miles
    Test number
    299881078729
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory1x bolt missing from bell housing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvanced engine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryDiesel particulate filter appears to have been tampered with, new exhaust flexy pipe fitted.

  7. Fail189,854 miles (+8,763)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,854 miles
    Test number
    711364865672
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure mounting broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory1x bolt missing from bell housing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvanced engine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryDiesel particulate filter appears to have been tampered with, new exhaust flexy pipe fitted.

  8. Pass181,091 miles (+15,975)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    181,091 miles
    Test number
    656139586353
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible joint broken
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRecorded handbrake efficiency only just met

  9. Pass165,116 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    165,116 miles
    Test number
    612508713449
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail165,116 miles (+9,117)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,116 miles
    Test number
    272651415160
    • DangerousOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass155,999 miles (+15,815)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    155,999 miles
    Test number
    484663556588
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryN/s/f road wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber slight leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe slight cracking
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre bald on inner edge

  12. Pass140,184 miles (+11,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    140,184 miles
    Test number
    516405631993
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass128,328 miles (+9,245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    128,328 miles
    Test number
    219853414283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass119,083 miles (+8,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    119,083 miles
    Test number
    975039083101
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass111,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    111,058 miles
    Test number
    878262292138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail111,058 miles (+24,370)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,058 miles
    Test number
    609998882195
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre devoid of traed on outer edge

  17. Pass86,688 miles (+62)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    86,688 miles
    Test number
    829699461158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail86,626 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,626 miles
    Test number
    225527161481
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LB08 FXA

Does LB08 FXA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 FXA expired on 1 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FXA?
The MOT on LB08 FXA expired on 1 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 FXA done?
LB08 FXA was recorded at 209,999 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2022, an average of 11,146 miles a year.
Has LB08 FXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FXA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 FXA 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 FXA find?
LB08 FXA passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2022 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 6 more.

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