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BMW 118

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 THFMOT history

LB08 THF is a grey petrol BMW 118 first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2025
Mileage
132,211 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 THF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 THF was last recorded at 132,211 miles on 2 Jul 2024, 5,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,157 miles · 29 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
5,054 miles
Average per year
7,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 132,211 miles
  • 2023 – 127,157 miles
  • 2022 – 123,908 miles
  • 2021 – 115,716 miles
  • 2020 – 110,853 miles
  • 2019 – 105,204 miles
  • 2018 – 99,661 miles
  • 2017 – 93,211 miles
  • 2016 – 79,587 miles
  • 2015 – 63,157 miles
  • 2014 – 50,475 miles
  • 2013 – 47,857 miles
  • 2012 – 44,062 miles
  • 2011 – 40,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,211 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,211 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    132,211 miles
    Test number
    234207924500
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,211 miles (+5,054)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,211 miles
    Test number
    197830945246
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    127,157 miles
    Test number
    980815601451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail127,157 miles (+3,249)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,157 miles
    Test number
    765306101234
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,908 miles (+8,192)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    123,908 miles
    Test number
    737970639980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,716 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,716 miles
    Test number
    852133245625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,715 miles (+4,862)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,715 miles
    Test number
    602588129081
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective snapped off gearbox mount. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass110,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    110,853 miles
    Test number
    345880217158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail110,853 miles (+5,649)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,853 miles
    Test number
    344363525944
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass105,204 miles (+5,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    105,204 miles
    Test number
    171669636753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,661 miles (+6,450)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,661 miles
    Test number
    989668026026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,211 miles (+13,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,211 miles
    Test number
    728825446071
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under shield fitted to vehicle so there is a restricted view of some testable items.
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged but still readable.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Flickers but still working. (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn Rubber joint rear of gear box.

  13. Pass79,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,587 miles
    Test number
    763737832116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail79,587 miles (+16,430)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,587 miles
    Test number
    590675654335
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly scored (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass63,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,157 miles
    Test number
    763006377180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,157 miles (+12,682)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,157 miles
    Test number
    217598849869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,475 miles (+2,618)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,475 miles
    Test number
    256875804214
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass47,857 miles (+3,795)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,857 miles
    Test number
    536696203206
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass44,062 miles (+3,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    44,062 miles
    Test number
    965969392132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,423 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,423 miles
    Test number
    435510811233
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on dash
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut in s/wall

Questions about LB08 THF

Does LB08 THF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 THF expired on 1 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 THF?
The MOT on LB08 THF expired on 1 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 THF done?
LB08 THF was recorded at 132,211 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2024, an average of 7,100 miles a year.
Has LB08 THF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 THF has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 THF 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 THF find?
LB08 THF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2024 with 7 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated & split, and 4 more.

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