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BMW 118

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 ZPHMOT history

LB08 ZPH is a blue petrol BMW 118 first used on 26 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
96,329 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ZPH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ZPH was last recorded at 96,329 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 5,593 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 May 2019: 36,405 miles, lower than 64,493 miles on 14 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,736 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,593 miles
Average per year
5,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,329 miles
  • 2024 – 90,736 miles
  • 2023 – 86,548 miles
  • 2022 – 83,967 miles
  • 2021 – 82,400 miles
  • 2020 – 77,136 miles
  • 2019 – 68,018 miles
  • 2018 – 64,493 miles
  • 2017 – 58,680 miles
  • 2016 – 51,789 miles
  • 2015 – 46,029 miles
  • 2014 – 40,477 miles
  • 2013 – 34,199 miles
  • 2012 – 26,435 miles
  • 2011 – 18,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,329 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle body damaged, many places

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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,329 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    96,329 miles
    Test number
    262572023474
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle body damaged, many places

  2. Fail96,328 miles (+5,592)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,328 miles
    Test number
    593808213087
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle body damaged, many places

  3. Pass90,736 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,736 miles
    Test number
    580986735339
    • AdvisoryBody damaged offside rear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail90,736 miles (+4,188)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,736 miles
    Test number
    320689727037
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBody damaged offside rear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass86,548 miles (+2,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    86,548 miles
    Test number
    124852349611
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside body damaged

  6. Pass83,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    119323663514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,967 miles (+1,567)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    360325455650
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass82,400 miles (+5,264)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,400 miles
    Test number
    129733557677
    • 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))

  9. Pass77,136 miles (+9,118)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,136 miles
    Test number
    334203903030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,018 miles (+31,613)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,018 miles
    Test number
    673362942545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,405 miles (-28,088)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,405 miles
    Test number
    560656780896
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass64,493 miles (+5,813)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,493 miles
    Test number
    769539772416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,680 miles
    Test number
    202754253864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,680 miles (+6,891)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,680 miles
    Test number
    328505237326
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass51,789 miles (+5,760)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,789 miles
    Test number
    975605279473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,029 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,029 miles
    Test number
    578228305202
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass46,029 miles (+5,552)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,029 miles
    Test number
    717458705211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail40,477 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,477 miles
    Test number
    227128794134
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass40,477 miles (+6,278)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,477 miles
    Test number
    858148994136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,199 miles (+7,764)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,199 miles
    Test number
    965931993167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    26,435 miles
    Test number
    498704492197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,435 miles (+7,868)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,435 miles
    Test number
    775294492104
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass18,567 miles (+11)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,567 miles
    Test number
    849163801248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Fail18,556 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,556 miles
    Test number
    898792001275
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB08 ZPH

Does LB08 ZPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 ZPH is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ZPH?
The MOT on LB08 ZPH is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 ZPH done?
LB08 ZPH was recorded at 96,329 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 5,438 miles a year.
Has LB08 ZPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ZPH has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 ZPH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 ZPH find?
LB08 ZPH passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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