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BMW 118

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TMUMOT history

LB08 TMU is a silver diesel BMW 118 first used on 8 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 144,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2024
Mileage
144,143 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,972 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 TMU was last recorded at 144,143 miles on 3 Jan 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,141 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,972 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,143 miles
  • 2024 – 144,141 miles
  • 2023 – 131,425 miles
  • 2022 – 123,467 miles
  • 2021 – 108,207 miles
  • 2020 – 92,197 miles
  • 2019 – 85,228 miles
  • 2018 – 79,544 miles
  • 2017 – 67,130 miles
  • 2016 – 57,570 miles
  • 2015 – 48,988 miles
  • 2014 – 41,848 miles
  • 2012 – 31,825 miles
  • 2011 – 23,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,143 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • 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))
  • 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))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,143 miles (+2)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,143 miles
    Test number
    539121477557
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • 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))

  2. Fail144,141 miles (+12,716)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,141 miles
    Test number
    729300654071
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,425 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,425 miles
    Test number
    578836122046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail131,405 miles (+7,938)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,405 miles
    Test number
    422704532410
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass123,467 miles (+15,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    123,467 miles
    Test number
    377446249965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

  6. Pass108,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,207 miles
    Test number
    208294029417
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

  7. Fail108,207 miles (+16,010)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,207 miles
    Test number
    973627077897
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

  8. Pass92,197 miles (+6,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,197 miles
    Test number
    782667512789
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

  9. Pass85,228 miles (+5,684)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    229945490260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,544 miles (+12,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,544 miles
    Test number
    532861167612
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays and component trims fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

  11. Pass67,130 miles (+9,560)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,130 miles
    Test number
    183946344174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,570 miles (+8,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    57,570 miles
    Test number
    353662331035
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on edges

  13. Pass48,988 miles (+7,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    48,988 miles
    Test number
    386626073948
    • AdvisoryNearsdie and offside rear tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake effort little low

  14. Pass41,848 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    41,848 miles
    Test number
    795151154330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    465384843357
    • NoteRear seats under load preventing check of rear seatbelts

  16. Pass31,825 miles (+8,548)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    31,825 miles
    Test number
    788153752316
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCan not see bottom of rear springs

  17. Pass23,277 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,277 miles
    Test number
    867144191135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,098 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,098 miles
    Test number
    646109481164
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB08 TMU

Does LB08 TMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 TMU expired on 24 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TMU?
The MOT on LB08 TMU expired on 24 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 TMU done?
LB08 TMU was recorded at 144,143 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2025, an average of 8,972 miles a year.
Has LB08 TMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TMU has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 TMU 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 TMU find?
LB08 TMU failed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2025 with 3 major defects and 5 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; offside headlamp aim too high; offside parking brake inoperative on one side, and 5 more.

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