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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 FXXMOT history

LB08 FXX is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 17 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 215,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
215,057 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FXX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FXX was last recorded at 215,057 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 32,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,240 miles · 11 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
32,817 miles
Average per year
10,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,057 miles
  • 2024 – 182,240 miles
  • 2023 – 178,364 miles
  • 2022 – 168,356 miles
  • 2021 – 156,455 miles
  • 2019 – 141,251 miles
  • 2018 – 136,747 miles
  • 2017 – 128,961 miles
  • 2016 – 116,999 miles
  • 2015 – 107,502 miles
  • 2014 – 101,015 miles
  • 2013 – 94,872 miles
  • 2012 – 74,742 miles
  • 2011 – 60,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,057 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass215,057 miles (+32,817)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    215,057 miles
    Test number
    221227513333
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass182,240 miles (+3,876)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    182,240 miles
    Test number
    629640270356
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass178,364 miles (+61)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    178,364 miles
    Test number
    364557694476
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail178,303 miles (+9,947)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,303 miles
    Test number
    710116218382
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLow coolant light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass168,356 miles (+11,901)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    168,356 miles
    Test number
    244826965778
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI HOSE (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass156,455 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,455 miles
    Test number
    198516227340
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All brake flexi hose's perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail156,455 miles (+15,204)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,455 miles
    Test number
    362482464546
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All brake flexi hose's perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass141,251 miles (+4,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,251 miles
    Test number
    730155178241
    • AdvisorySign of the offside front brake pad has over heated
    • AdvisoryWinter tyre fitted nearside front

  9. Pass137,109 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    137,109 miles
    Test number
    722421641221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass136,747 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    136,747 miles
    Test number
    459199999503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail136,745 miles (+7,784)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,745 miles
    Test number
    353004833898
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass128,961 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    128,961 miles
    Test number
    309639547215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail128,961 miles (+11,962)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,961 miles
    Test number
    519013034576
    • DangerousOffside Rear Nail in tyre in side wall
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass116,999 miles (+9,497)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    116,999 miles
    Test number
    675499826664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass107,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,502 miles
    Test number
    609231755017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,502 miles (+6,487)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,502 miles
    Test number
    828101455077
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass101,015 miles (+6,143)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,015 miles
    Test number
    568503574067
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass94,872 miles (+20,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,872 miles
    Test number
    407830753146
    • NoteRear seat/seatbelt mounts not cheacked due to full boot

  19. Pass74,742 miles (+14,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    74,742 miles
    Test number
    897890952126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass60,338 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,338 miles
    Test number
    437552371135
    • NoteEml on dashboard
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSmall nail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteTyre pressure waring light on dash

Questions about LB08 FXX

Does LB08 FXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 FXX is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FXX?
The MOT on LB08 FXX is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 FXX done?
LB08 FXX was recorded at 215,057 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 10,424 miles a year.
Has LB08 FXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FXX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 FXX 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 FXX find?
LB08 FXX passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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