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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LB08 TXUMOT history

LB08 TXU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 25 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
79,968 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TXU was last recorded at 79,968 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 1,284 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
78,684 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,284 miles
Average per year
2,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,968 miles
  • 2025 – 78,684 miles
  • 2024 – 77,154 miles
  • 2023 – 73,988 miles
  • 2022 – 72,725 miles
  • 2021 – 71,777 miles
  • 2020 – 70,511 miles
  • 2019 – 69,333 miles
  • 2018 – 66,988 miles
  • 2017 – 63,032 miles
  • 2015 – 59,124 miles
  • 2014 – 56,106 miles
  • 2013 – 53,094 miles
  • 2012 – 48,415 miles
  • 2011 – 35,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,968 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,968 miles (+1,284)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    79,968 miles
    Test number
    947556920522
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass78,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    78,684 miles
    Test number
    275239588663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,684 miles (+1,530)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,684 miles
    Test number
    320285647487
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass77,154 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    77,154 miles
    Test number
    145436981562
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front/Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive /Underbody covers fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Coil spring corroded O/S+N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail77,154 miles (+3,166)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,154 miles
    Test number
    160492648684
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front/Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive /Underbody covers fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Coil spring corroded O/S+N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass73,988 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    73,988 miles
    Test number
    593473398764
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S+O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  7. Fail73,988 miles (+1,263)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,988 miles
    Test number
    860861849356
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S+O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  8. Pass72,725 miles (+948)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    72,725 miles
    Test number
    100883708205
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear service/parking brake requirements just met adjustment or repair required
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass71,777 miles (+1,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    71,777 miles
    Test number
    718892072183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass70,511 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,511 miles
    Test number
    826177759929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail70,511 miles (+1,178)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,511 miles
    Test number
    116968370810
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass69,333 miles (+2,345)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    751865365617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass66,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,988 miles
    Test number
    346998435896
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail66,988 miles (+3,956)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,988 miles
    Test number
    550405168505
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass63,032 miles (+3,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,032 miles
    Test number
    848681936827
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass59,124 miles (+3,018)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,124 miles
    Test number
    250374177321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,106 miles (+3,012)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,106 miles
    Test number
    946012584261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass53,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    53,094 miles
    Test number
    319789063268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,094 miles (+4,679)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,094 miles
    Test number
    456159063221
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass48,415 miles (+518)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,415 miles
    Test number
    365444772291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,897 miles (+12,210)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,897 miles
    Test number
    219387362436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,687 miles
    Test number
    168921171112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TXU

Does LB08 TXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 TXU is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TXU?
The MOT on LB08 TXU is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 TXU done?
LB08 TXU was recorded at 79,968 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,902 miles a year.
Has LB08 TXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TXU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 TXU 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 TXU find?
LB08 TXU passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear coil spring corroded o/s and n/s, and 1 more.

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