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BMW 1 Series

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LL08 WHWMOT history

LL08 WHW is a red diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 16 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 139,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

LL08 WHW red BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
139,484 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 WHW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 WHW was last recorded at 139,484 miles on 19 May 2026, 4,358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,126 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,358 miles
Average per year
4,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,484 miles
  • 2025 – 135,126 miles
  • 2024 – 130,472 miles
  • 2022 – 128,855 miles
  • 2021 – 124,919 miles
  • 2020 – 122,483 miles
  • 2019 – 119,222 miles
  • 2018 – 111,406 miles
  • 2017 – 108,017 miles
  • 2016 – 106,178 miles
  • 2015 – 100,403 miles
  • 2014 – 91,855 miles
  • 2013 – 82,715 miles
  • 2012 – 71,980 miles
  • 2011 – 68,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,484 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,484 miles (+4,358)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    139,484 miles
    Test number
    216815522525
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash
  2. Pass135,126 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    135,126 miles
    Test number
    461800745113
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded X 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner shoulder 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail135,126 miles (+4,654)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,126 miles
    Test number
    292073282030
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded X 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner shoulder 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass130,472 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    130,472 miles
    Test number
    189284755720
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail130,453 miles (+1,598)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,453 miles
    Test number
    446214123625
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass128,855 miles (+3,936)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,855 miles
    Test number
    152719366570
    • AdvisoryCentral plastic under - tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded x 2 front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x 2 rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass124,919 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,919 miles
    Test number
    136009462294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail124,908 miles (+2,425)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,908 miles
    Test number
    906016363606
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower suspension arm bush has excessive movement (looks recently replaced) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass122,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,483 miles
    Test number
    688043953745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail122,483 miles (+3,261)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,483 miles
    Test number
    578661001767
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass119,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,222 miles
    Test number
    754583332967
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  12. Fail119,222 miles (+7,816)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,222 miles
    Test number
    704079600119
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  13. Pass111,406 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    111,406 miles
    Test number
    351053520576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front clamp deteriorated
  14. Fail111,400 miles (+76)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,400 miles
    Test number
    945304249512
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front clamp deteriorated
  15. Fail111,324 miles (+3,307)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,324 miles
    Test number
    779805749745
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres scrubbing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s/f inner brake pads appear close to if not on limit,recommend further investigation.
  16. Pass108,017 miles (+1,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,017 miles
    Test number
    516253721420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  17. Pass106,178 miles (+5,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,178 miles
    Test number
    491706433623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted bent (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear n/s and o/s tyres treads getting down and worn on inner edges
  18. Pass100,403 miles (+8,548)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    100,403 miles
    Test number
    839347865197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteTwo nails close to each other in o/s rear tyre
  19. Pass91,855 miles (+9,140)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,855 miles
    Test number
    227407764142
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass82,715 miles (+10,735)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    235699443122
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres treads worn on edges.
  21. Pass71,980 miles (+3,846)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    71,980 miles
    Test number
    385847962105
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres treads bold on inner edge been run with low pressure treads getting down
  22. Pass68,134 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,134 miles
    Test number
    217478961184
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wear low.

Questions about LL08 WHW

Does LL08 WHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 WHW is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 WHW?
The MOT on LL08 WHW is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 WHW done?
LL08 WHW was recorded at 139,484 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 4,782 miles a year.
Has LL08 WHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 WHW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LL08 WHW 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 WHW find?
LL08 WHW passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective x2; coil spring corroded x4; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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