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BMW 1 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LD08 SSSMOT history

LD08 SSS is a grey diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 20 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 144,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

LD08 SSS grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
144,900 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 SSS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 SSS was last recorded at 144,900 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,900 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,900 miles
  • 2025 – 134,334 miles
  • 2024 – 124,642 miles
  • 2023 – 122,613 miles
  • 2021 – 118,533 miles
  • 2020 – 103,749 miles
  • 2019 – 88,007 miles
  • 2018 – 85,204 miles
  • 2017 – 80,446 miles
  • 2015 – 65,419 miles
  • 2014 – 53,892 miles
  • 2013 – 41,145 miles
  • 2012 – 27,187 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,900 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,900 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    144,900 miles
    Test number
    979766768490
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail144,900 miles (+10,566)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,900 miles
    Test number
    984726129189
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass134,334 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,334 miles
    Test number
    721299474935
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail134,329 miles (+9,687)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,329 miles
    Test number
    850511530668
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass124,642 miles (+2,029)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,642 miles
    Test number
    772462780227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,613 miles (+4,080)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    122,613 miles
    Test number
    816209650478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens damaged/cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass118,533 miles (+14,784)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,533 miles
    Test number
    881086389148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
  8. Pass103,749 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    103,749 miles
    Test number
    486701855668
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight noise / play in suspension component but can not be identified
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside registration light out put reduced
    • AdvisoryAll brake pad wear indicators damaged
  9. Fail103,747 miles (+15,740)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,747 miles
    Test number
    818762921291
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight noise / play in suspension component but can not be identified
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside registration light out put reduced
  10. Pass88,007 miles (+2,803)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,007 miles
    Test number
    956603248146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,204 miles
    Test number
    705226688859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,204 miles (+4,758)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,204 miles
    Test number
    328736106284
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  13. Pass80,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,446 miles
    Test number
    443387238181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail80,446 miles (+15,027)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,446 miles
    Test number
    702493785784
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass65,419 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    65,419 miles
    Test number
    945357225002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has a nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail65,419 miles (+11,527)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,419 miles
    Test number
    993715798008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has a nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass53,892 miles (+12,747)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,892 miles
    Test number
    565439314293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,145 miles (+13,958)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    41,145 miles
    Test number
    525139223208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass27,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,187 miles
    Test number
    929710432261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 SSS

Does LD08 SSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 SSS is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 SSS?
The MOT on LD08 SSS is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 SSS done?
LD08 SSS was recorded at 144,900 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 8,625 miles a year.
Has LD08 SSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 SSS has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 SSS 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 LD08 SSS find?
LD08 SSS passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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