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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 YVGMOT history

LB08 YVG is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
98,515 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YVG was last recorded at 98,515 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,499 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
3,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,515 miles
  • 2025 – 98,499 miles
  • 2024 – 96,499 miles
  • 2023 – 93,312 miles
  • 2022 – 89,715 miles
  • 2021 – 85,050 miles
  • 2020 – 80,142 miles
  • 2019 – 75,071 miles
  • 2018 – 68,332 miles
  • 2017 – 67,349 miles
  • 2016 – 66,003 miles
  • 2015 – 62,375 miles
  • 2014 – 51,275 miles
  • 2013 – 44,977 miles
  • 2012 – 41,816 miles
  • 2011 – 38,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,515 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Slight (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all parts.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Diff noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,515 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    98,515 miles
    Test number
    409219114344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Slight (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass98,499 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    98,499 miles
    Test number
    280253951223
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all parts. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDiff noisy
  3. Fail98,499 miles (+2,000)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,499 miles
    Test number
    849521719486
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all parts. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDiff noisy
  4. Pass96,499 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,499 miles
    Test number
    785884748445
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail96,493 miles (+3,181)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,493 miles
    Test number
    521640773236
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass93,312 miles (+3,597)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    93,312 miles
    Test number
    310244155458
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on.
  7. Pass89,715 miles (+4,665)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,715 miles
    Test number
    480656734823
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass85,050 miles (+4,908)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,050 miles
    Test number
    497414430189
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
  9. Pass80,142 miles (+5,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,142 miles
    Test number
    337401613435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass75,071 miles (+6,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,071 miles
    Test number
    576902919556
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass68,332 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,332 miles
    Test number
    104171416360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,349 miles (+1,346)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,349 miles
    Test number
    361509700191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    66,003 miles
    Test number
    183026630946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,003 miles (+3,628)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,003 miles
    Test number
    185076513024
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)
  15. Pass62,375 miles (+11,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,375 miles
    Test number
    596672065103
    • 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)
  16. Pass51,275 miles (+6,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,275 miles
    Test number
    437827854134
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on edges
  17. Pass44,977 miles (+3,161)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,977 miles
    Test number
    435345763181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,816 miles (+3,561)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,816 miles
    Test number
    997757162186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,255 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,255 miles
    Test number
    748215381175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,030 miles (+845)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,030 miles
    Test number
    289802971495
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  21. Pass37,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,185 miles
    Test number
    215648791043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 YVG

Does LB08 YVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 YVG is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YVG?
The MOT on LB08 YVG is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 YVG done?
LB08 YVG was recorded at 98,515 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 3,956 miles a year.
Has LB08 YVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YVG has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 YVG 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 YVG find?
LB08 YVG passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight.

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