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BMW 116

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LD08 VJLMOT history

LD08 VJL is a blue petrol BMW 116 first used on 25 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2025 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 89,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2025
Mileage
89,300 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2024
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VJL was last recorded at 89,300 miles on 3 Jan 2024, 7,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,270 miles · 1 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
7,030 miles
Average per year
5,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,300 miles
  • 2022 – 82,270 miles
  • 2021 – 76,310 miles
  • 2020 – 71,865 miles
  • 2019 – 62,565 miles
  • 2018 – 56,895 miles
  • 2017 – 49,879 miles
  • 2016 – 38,722 miles
  • 2015 – 34,585 miles
  • 2014 – 29,878 miles
  • 2013 – 26,182 miles
  • 2012 – 22,369 miles
  • 2011 – 16,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,300 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both age cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake light stays on all the time.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,300 miles (+7,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,300 miles
    Test number
    909413485337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass82,270 miles (+5,960)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,270 miles
    Test number
    995233776496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,310 miles (+4,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    76,310 miles
    Test number
    502081297318
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,865 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,865 miles
    Test number
    187075234649
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both age cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryParking brake light stays on all the time.

  5. Fail71,865 miles (+9,300)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,865 miles
    Test number
    401094380915
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both age cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryParking brake light stays on all the time.

  6. Pass62,565 miles (+5,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,565 miles
    Test number
    168515977386
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass56,895 miles (+7,016)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,895 miles
    Test number
    598760959736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass49,879 miles (+11,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,879 miles
    Test number
    908751836014
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  9. Pass38,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,722 miles
    Test number
    637190960939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail38,722 miles (+4,137)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,722 miles
    Test number
    439731753475
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass34,585 miles (+4,707)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,585 miles
    Test number
    216162515139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,878 miles (+3,696)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,878 miles
    Test number
    667752614183
    • 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)
    • NoteOff side rear brake pad warning light wire broken

  13. Pass26,182 miles (+3,813)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,182 miles
    Test number
    918159003105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,369 miles (+5,395)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,369 miles
    Test number
    276845112404
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  15. Pass16,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,974 miles
    Test number
    246040911166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VJL

Does LD08 VJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 VJL expired on 2 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VJL?
The MOT on LD08 VJL expired on 2 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 VJL done?
LD08 VJL was recorded at 89,300 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2024, an average of 5,692 miles a year.
Has LD08 VJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VJL has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LD08 VJL 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 VJL find?
LD08 VJL passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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