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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 KNJMOT history

LB08 KNJ is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 9 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 148,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2026
Mileage
148,210 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 KNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 KNJ was last recorded at 148,210 miles on 22 Jan 2025, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,186 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
7,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,210 miles
  • 2024 – 140,331 miles
  • 2023 – 132,163 miles
  • 2022 – 124,925 miles
  • 2021 – 120,937 miles
  • 2019 – 114,936 miles
  • 2018 – 107,727 miles
  • 2017 – 100,576 miles
  • 2016 – 92,844 miles
  • 2015 – 81,438 miles
  • 2014 – 77,815 miles
  • 2013 – 71,094 miles
  • 2012 – 56,209 miles
  • 2011 – 42,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,210 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases under bonnet

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass148,210 miles (+24)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    148,210 miles
    Test number
    146372369438
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail148,186 miles (+7,855)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,186 miles
    Test number
    253671571722
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail forward mount bracket corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass140,331 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    140,331 miles
    Test number
    686634726837
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail140,331 miles (+8,168)2 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,331 miles
    Test number
    160734778229
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail forward mount corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass132,163 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,163 miles
    Test number
    106494776400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail132,161 miles (+7,236)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,161 miles
    Test number
    490374176892
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass124,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,925 miles
    Test number
    161873019073
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at turbo (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Fail124,924 miles (+3,987)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,924 miles
    Test number
    981239260747
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at turbo (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass120,937 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,937 miles
    Test number
    259883039854
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases under bonnet (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Fail120,935 miles (+5,999)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,935 miles
    Test number
    490457565502
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases under bonnet (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shocker soft
  11. Pass114,936 miles (+7,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,936 miles
    Test number
    931070983875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields + engine covers fitted at the time of the test
  12. Pass107,727 miles (+7,151)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,727 miles
    Test number
    224082411284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,576 miles (+7,732)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,576 miles
    Test number
    855117202388
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUNDER SHEILDS + ENGINE COVERS FITTED.
  14. Pass92,844 miles (+11,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    92,844 miles
    Test number
    682988871186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder shields + engine covers fitted.
  15. Pass81,438 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,438 miles
    Test number
    585745765015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,815 miles
    Test number
    278695474411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  17. Fail77,815 miles (+6,721)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,815 miles
    Test number
    288475474414
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass71,094 miles (+1,652)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    71,094 miles
    Test number
    379019193194
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer tread.
  19. Pass69,442 miles (+13,233)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,442 miles
    Test number
    468914053138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on wear bars 2mm
  20. Pass56,209 miles (+13,753)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,209 miles
    Test number
    557176232158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,456 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,456 miles
    Test number
    949268141169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB08 KNJ

Does LB08 KNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 KNJ expired on 22 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 KNJ?
The MOT on LB08 KNJ expired on 22 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 KNJ done?
LB08 KNJ was recorded at 148,210 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2025, an average of 7,744 miles a year.
Has LB08 KNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 KNJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 KNJ 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 KNJ find?
LB08 KNJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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