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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 UBYMOT history

LB08 UBY is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 112,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
112,262 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 UBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 UBY was last recorded at 112,262 miles on 14 Aug 2025, 301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,961 miles · 9 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
301 miles
Average per year
5,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,262 miles
  • 2024 – 111,961 miles
  • 2023 – 109,514 miles
  • 2022 – 102,352 miles
  • 2021 – 96,971 miles
  • 2020 – 92,273 miles
  • 2019 – 88,063 miles
  • 2018 – 78,484 miles
  • 2017 – 72,731 miles
  • 2016 – 64,548 miles
  • 2015 – 55,565 miles
  • 2014 – 47,692 miles
  • 2013 – 41,640 miles
  • 2012 – 35,897 miles
  • 2011 – 31,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,262 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,262 miles (+301)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,262 miles
    Test number
    786567864234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass111,961 miles (+2,447)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,961 miles
    Test number
    611898867620
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass109,514 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    109,514 miles
    Test number
    771429743617
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail109,514 miles (+7,162)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,514 miles
    Test number
    475760243240
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass102,352 miles (+5,381)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,352 miles
    Test number
    423696674524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,971 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    96,971 miles
    Test number
    575572497555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,950 miles (+4,677)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,950 miles
    Test number
    199789430051
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass92,273 miles (+4,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,273 miles
    Test number
    319850001368
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass88,063 miles (+9,579)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    88,063 miles
    Test number
    597148990233
    • AdvisoryFront both ns and os brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
  10. Pass78,484 miles (+5,753)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,484 miles
    Test number
    496106225197
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNSR and OSR tyres perished and cracked
  11. Pass72,731 miles (+8,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,731 miles
    Test number
    768044548958
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass64,548 miles (+8,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,548 miles
    Test number
    197374383601
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass55,565 miles (+7,873)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,565 miles
    Test number
    637736665133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass47,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,692 miles
    Test number
    646150874113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,692 miles (+6,052)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,692 miles
    Test number
    135378964158
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass41,640 miles (+5,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,640 miles
    Test number
    209170373145
    • 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)
  17. Pass35,897 miles (+4,642)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,897 miles
    Test number
    525145762180
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cut in tread but not larger than 25mm
  18. Pass31,255 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,255 miles
    Test number
    528696661115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail31,253 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,253 miles
    Test number
    665705461174
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LB08 UBY

Does LB08 UBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 UBY expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 UBY?
The MOT on LB08 UBY expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 UBY done?
LB08 UBY was recorded at 112,262 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2025, an average of 5,718 miles a year.
Has LB08 UBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 UBY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 UBY 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 UBY find?
LB08 UBY passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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