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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 WHUMOT history

LD08 WHU is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 114,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

LD08 WHU black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,833 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 WHU
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
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 WHU was last recorded at 114,833 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 8,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,242 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,591 miles
Average per year
6,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,833 miles
  • 2025 – 106,242 miles
  • 2024 – 103,089 miles
  • 2023 – 97,466 miles
  • 2022 – 91,249 miles
  • 2021 – 86,909 miles
  • 2020 – 84,449 miles
  • 2019 – 79,806 miles
  • 2018 – 74,057 miles
  • 2017 – 66,101 miles
  • 2016 – 58,988 miles
  • 2015 – 49,534 miles
  • 2014 – 42,511 miles
  • 2013 – 35,504 miles
  • 2012 – 27,970 miles
  • 2011 – 21,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,833 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,833 miles (+8,591)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,833 miles
    Test number
    883598766259
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,242 miles (+74)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,242 miles
    Test number
    273359963218
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside general corrosion

  3. Fail106,168 miles (+3,079)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,168 miles
    Test number
    205373269944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity rear lens damaged (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass103,089 miles (+5,623)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,089 miles
    Test number
    609988515223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,466 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    411621234345
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,465 miles (+6,216)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,465 miles
    Test number
    350938903019
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt pretensioner deployed (7.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,249 miles (+4,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,249 miles
    Test number
    539593318729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass86,909 miles (+2,460)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,909 miles
    Test number
    450659106844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,449 miles (+4,643)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,449 miles
    Test number
    855476901847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,806 miles
    Test number
    974631036504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,806 miles (+5,749)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,806 miles
    Test number
    560862083301
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has slight wear on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass74,057 miles (+7,956)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,057 miles
    Test number
    250876918097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,101 miles
    Test number
    610362995584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,101 miles (+7,113)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,101 miles
    Test number
    923281422629
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass58,988 miles (+9,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,988 miles
    Test number
    866913805729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass49,534 miles (+7,023)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    49,534 miles
    Test number
    239445655083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,511 miles
    Test number
    317989764066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,511 miles (+7,007)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,511 miles
    Test number
    735549064030
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass35,504 miles (+7,534)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,504 miles
    Test number
    749520063028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,970 miles (+6,311)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,970 miles
    Test number
    199385752009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,659 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,659 miles
    Test number
    866365381013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD08 WHU

Does LD08 WHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 WHU is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 WHU?
The MOT on LD08 WHU is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 WHU done?
LD08 WHU was recorded at 114,833 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 6,086 miles a year.
Has LD08 WHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 WHU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 WHU 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 WHU find?
LD08 WHU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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