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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 TZXMOT history

LD08 TZX is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 164,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

LD08 TZX black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
164,201 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 TZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 TZX was last recorded at 164,201 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 5,932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,269 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,932 miles
Average per year
7,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,201 miles
  • 2025 – 158,269 miles
  • 2024 – 146,629 miles
  • 2023 – 136,059 miles
  • 2022 – 129,120 miles
  • 2021 – 119,394 miles
  • 2020 – 115,914 miles
  • 2019 – 111,339 miles
  • 2018 – 106,009 miles
  • 2017 – 99,860 miles
  • 2016 – 95,092 miles
  • 2015 – 89,819 miles
  • 2014 – 82,204 miles
  • 2013 – 72,465 miles
  • 2012 – 60,753 miles
  • 2011 – 50,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,201 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nsr tyre on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,201 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    164,201 miles
    Test number
    322850047964
    • 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))

  2. Fail164,201 miles (+5,932)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,201 miles
    Test number
    891367227454
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass158,269 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    158,269 miles
    Test number
    316781681018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail158,268 miles (+11,639)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,268 miles
    Test number
    960733363901
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass146,629 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    146,629 miles
    Test number
    407683677503
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMoisture in N/S headlamp
    • AdvisoryTPMS light illuminated

  6. Fail146,629 miles (+10,570)2 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,629 miles
    Test number
    102030131177
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hitting on underside of car
    • AdvisoryMoisture in N/S headlamp
    • AdvisoryTPMS light illuminated

  7. Pass136,059 miles (+6,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    136,059 miles
    Test number
    676078996312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass129,120 miles (+9,726)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,120 miles
    Test number
    944658165626
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass119,394 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,394 miles
    Test number
    611489872987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,322 miles (+3,408)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,322 miles
    Test number
    877860335337
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both Rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms Light On

  11. Pass115,914 miles (+467)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    115,914 miles
    Test number
    574934823089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,447 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    115,447 miles
    Test number
    528507486359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass111,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    111,339 miles
    Test number
    661045694924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,339 miles (+5,330)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,339 miles
    Test number
    316370216960
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass106,009 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    106,009 miles
    Test number
    640268412645
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre on limit

  16. Fail105,938 miles (+6,078)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,938 miles
    Test number
    431550181541
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre on limit

  17. Pass99,860 miles (+4,768)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    881321469286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,092 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    95,092 miles
    Test number
    869577549093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,819 miles (+7,615)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    89,819 miles
    Test number
    739745255094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass82,204 miles (+9,739)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    82,204 miles
    Test number
    136272034426
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust "flexi" damaged

  21. Pass72,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,465 miles
    Test number
    428961033022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,465 miles (+11,712)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,465 miles
    Test number
    716251033026
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass60,753 miles (+10,226)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,753 miles
    Test number
    517291832062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,527 miles
    Test number
    747973331190
    • 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)

Questions about LD08 TZX

Does LD08 TZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 TZX is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 TZX?
The MOT on LD08 TZX is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 TZX done?
LD08 TZX was recorded at 164,201 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 7,604 miles a year.
Has LD08 TZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 TZX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 TZX 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 TZX find?
LD08 TZX passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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