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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LC08 OSEMOT history

LC08 OSE is a blue diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 29 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 184,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

LC08 OSE blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
184,967 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 OSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 OSE was last recorded at 184,967 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 2,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,346 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,621 miles
Average per year
9,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 184,967 miles
  • 2024 – 182,346 miles
  • 2023 – 179,723 miles
  • 2022 – 176,148 miles
  • 2021 – 159,180 miles
  • 2020 – 151,227 miles
  • 2019 – 138,455 miles
  • 2018 – 126,998 miles
  • 2017 – 116,592 miles
  • 2016 – 104,663 miles
  • 2015 – 88,777 miles
  • 2014 – 76,448 miles
  • 2013 – 67,201 miles
  • 2012 – 54,438 miles
  • 2011 – 39,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,967 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,967 miles (+2,621)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    184,967 miles
    Test number
    256823176927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass182,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    182,346 miles
    Test number
    327548303418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail182,346 miles (+2,623)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,346 miles
    Test number
    864129251402
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn saddle bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn saddle bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass179,723 miles (+3,575)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    179,723 miles
    Test number
    237804803812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass176,148 miles (+16,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    176,148 miles
    Test number
    573977260381
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass159,180 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    159,180 miles
    Test number
    836829632449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  7. Fail159,180 miles (+7,953)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,180 miles
    Test number
    459744961061
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  8. Pass151,227 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    151,227 miles
    Test number
    340390303180
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail151,227 miles (+12,772)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,227 miles
    Test number
    577578359941
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass138,455 miles (+11,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    138,455 miles
    Test number
    761736250144
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass126,998 miles (+10,406)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    126,998 miles
    Test number
    232144893875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,592 miles (+11,929)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,592 miles
    Test number
    587465950546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,663 miles (+15,886)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,663 miles
    Test number
    797864715594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,777 miles (+12,329)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,777 miles
    Test number
    407203305147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,448 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,448 miles
    Test number
    256694904432
    • 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. Fail76,448 miles (+9,247)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,448 miles
    Test number
    375844004139
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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. Pass67,201 miles (+12,763)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,201 miles
    Test number
    956604913151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,438 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,438 miles
    Test number
    345270612149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail54,438 miles (+14,714)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,438 miles
    Test number
    588540912196
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass39,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,724 miles
    Test number
    677825971086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 OSE

Does LC08 OSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 OSE is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC08 OSE?
The MOT on LC08 OSE is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 OSE done?
LC08 OSE was recorded at 184,967 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 9,855 miles a year.
Has LC08 OSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 OSE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LC08 OSE 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 LC08 OSE find?
LC08 OSE passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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