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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LL08 BXAMOT history

LL08 BXA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 28 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 122,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2027
Mileage
122,678 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 BXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 BXA was last recorded at 122,678 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 9,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,592 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9,086 miles
Average per year
6,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,678 miles
  • 2025 – 113,592 miles
  • 2024 – 109,841 miles
  • 2023 – 108,308 miles
  • 2022 – 105,281 miles
  • 2021 – 101,400 miles
  • 2020 – 96,931 miles
  • 2019 – 93,883 miles
  • 2018 – 88,972 miles
  • 2017 – 83,962 miles
  • 2016 – 78,291 miles
  • 2015 – 74,106 miles
  • 2014 – 68,202 miles
  • 2013 – 61,971 miles
  • 2012 – 48,222 miles
  • 2011 – 21,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,678 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Both front tyres have outer sidewall damage.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,678 miles (+9,086)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    122,678 miles
    Test number
    618285207108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,592 miles (+3,751)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    113,592 miles
    Test number
    128329802494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,841 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    109,841 miles
    Test number
    112673621331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror light cover broken,but working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake test only just met

  4. Fail109,841 miles (+99)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,841 miles
    Test number
    121699862167
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror light cover broken,but working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake test only just met

  5. Fail109,742 miles (+1,434)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,742 miles
    Test number
    953647358495
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated

  6. Pass108,308 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,308 miles
    Test number
    523948983085
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass self tint deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail108,308 miles (+3,027)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,308 miles
    Test number
    730619410599
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass self tint deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,281 miles (+3,881)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,281 miles
    Test number
    254450093547
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged self tinting defective (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass101,400 miles (+4,469)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,400 miles
    Test number
    203395671600
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass96,931 miles (+3,048)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,931 miles
    Test number
    657772517490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,883 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,883 miles
    Test number
    170234587908
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have outer sidewall damage.

  12. Fail93,780 miles (+4,808)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,780 miles
    Test number
    547022651402
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have outer sidewall damage.

  13. Pass88,972 miles (+5,010)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,972 miles
    Test number
    700637839843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,962 miles (+5,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    83,962 miles
    Test number
    267151258689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front outer cv boots shows signs of leaking but not severe enough throw grease onto hubs (2.4.G.4e)

  15. Pass78,291 miles (+4,185)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    78,291 miles
    Test number
    115559721732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,106 miles (+5,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,106 miles
    Test number
    399696205467
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass68,202 miles (+6,231)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,202 miles
    Test number
    846914004273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,971 miles (+13,749)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,971 miles
    Test number
    305253503200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,222 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,222 miles
    Test number
    859506772252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged

  20. Fail48,221 miles (+27,032)1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,221 miles
    Test number
    329436372265
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront 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
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged

  21. Pass21,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    21,189 miles
    Test number
    505877671299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  22. Fail21,189 miles4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,189 miles
    Test number
    397937871484
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about LL08 BXA

Does LL08 BXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 BXA is valid until 9 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 BXA?
The MOT on LL08 BXA is valid until 9 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 BXA done?
LL08 BXA was recorded at 122,678 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 6,751 miles a year.
Has LL08 BXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 BXA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LL08 BXA 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 LL08 BXA find?
LL08 BXA passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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