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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 TVYMOT history

LD08 TVY is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 129,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LD08 TVY grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
129,184 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 TVY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 TVY was last recorded at 129,184 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 2,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,002 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,182 miles
Average per year
6,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,184 miles
  • 2025 – 127,002 miles
  • 2024 – 117,665 miles
  • 2023 – 111,683 miles
  • 2022 – 109,029 miles
  • 2021 – 102,943 miles
  • 2020 – 98,843 miles
  • 2019 – 90,491 miles
  • 2018 – 83,031 miles
  • 2017 – 77,300 miles
  • 2016 – 69,637 miles
  • 2015 – 62,851 miles
  • 2014 – 55,632 miles
  • 2013 – 49,330 miles
  • 2012 – 40,297 miles
  • 2011 – 34,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,184 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn as marked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass129,184 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    129,184 miles
    Test number
    271581932237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail129,182 miles (+2,180)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,182 miles
    Test number
    238356500316
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass127,002 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    127,002 miles
    Test number
    705119810132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail127,000 miles (+9,335)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,000 miles
    Test number
    321135492547
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass117,665 miles (+5,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,665 miles
    Test number
    937488790737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass111,683 miles (+2,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,683 miles
    Test number
    678139192569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass109,029 miles (+6,086)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    109,029 miles
    Test number
    687936456677
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute front and rear (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute front and rear (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass102,943 miles (+4,100)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,943 miles
    Test number
    809920221070
    • AdvisoryDPF flexible joint worn
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass98,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,843 miles
    Test number
    797928891749
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail98,843 miles (+8,352)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,843 miles
    Test number
    510495453260
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass90,491 miles (+7,460)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,491 miles
    Test number
    867937858579
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVery slight smell of exhaust gases around turbo/dpf area no visible signs of leak
  12. Pass83,031 miles (+5,731)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,031 miles
    Test number
    607331814269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,300 miles
    Test number
    398752549675
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires some adjustment
    • AdvisorySlight smell of exhaust gases under bonnet has slight leak from turbo
  14. Fail77,298 miles (+7,661)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,298 miles
    Test number
    573198641194
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires some adjustment
    • AdvisorySlight smell of exhaust gases under bonnet has slight leak from turbo
  15. Pass69,637 miles (+6,786)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    127666590086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,851 miles
    Test number
    759620925131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,851 miles (+7,219)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,851 miles
    Test number
    348128515131
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  18. Pass55,632 miles (+6,302)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,632 miles
    Test number
    716455604112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass49,330 miles (+9,033)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,330 miles
    Test number
    106676613136
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs in poor condition
  20. Pass40,297 miles (+5,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,297 miles
    Test number
    176980612121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass34,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,839 miles
    Test number
    675730311124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 TVY

Does LD08 TVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 TVY is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 TVY?
The MOT on LD08 TVY is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 TVY done?
LD08 TVY was recorded at 129,184 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 6,102 miles a year.
Has LD08 TVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 TVY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 TVY 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 TVY find?
LD08 TVY passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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