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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LL08 ZVUMOT history

LL08 ZVU is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 241,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
241,044 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 ZVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 ZVU was last recorded at 241,044 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 16,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
224,342 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
16,702 miles
Average per year
11,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 241,044 miles
  • 2025 – 224,342 miles
  • 2024 – 215,317 miles
  • 2023 – 204,956 miles
  • 2022 – 183,487 miles
  • 2020 – 164,195 miles
  • 2019 – 133,744 miles
  • 2018 – 121,602 miles
  • 2017 – 110,562 miles
  • 2016 – 103,191 miles
  • 2015 – 100,002 miles
  • 2014 – 98,009 miles
  • 2013 – 97,340 miles
  • 2012 – 95,865 miles
  • 2011 – 76,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,044 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all rounds (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all rounds (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,044 miles (+16,702)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    241,044 miles
    Test number
    131343157268
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all rounds (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all rounds (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass224,342 miles (+9,025)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    224,342 miles
    Test number
    360721405183
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass215,317 miles (+10,361)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    215,317 miles
    Test number
    119331434021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass204,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    204,956 miles
    Test number
    883092643252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail204,956 miles (+21,469)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,956 miles
    Test number
    657830384701
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront product on lenses
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass183,487 miles (+19,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    183,487 miles
    Test number
    613222358383
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all of rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass164,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    164,195 miles
    Test number
    193623044082
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Seat belt mechanism jammed
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail164,195 miles (+30,451)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,195 miles
    Test number
    407617897904
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Seat belt mechanism jammed
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass133,744 miles (+12,142)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    133,744 miles
    Test number
    759414680147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,602 miles (+11,040)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    121,602 miles
    Test number
    812443917360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,562 miles (+7,371)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,562 miles
    Test number
    108302857864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,191 miles
    Test number
    444263077658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,191 miles (+3,189)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,191 miles
    Test number
    398953846694
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass100,002 miles (+1,993)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,002 miles
    Test number
    138435045171
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass98,009 miles (+669)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    98,009 miles
    Test number
    295685274116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass97,340 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    97,340 miles
    Test number
    165939773169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,865 miles (+19,563)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    95,865 miles
    Test number
    536709762188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,302 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,302 miles
    Test number
    246597341128
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail76,301 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,301 miles
    Test number
    885917541132
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LL08 ZVU

Does LL08 ZVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 ZVU is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 ZVU?
The MOT on LL08 ZVU is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 ZVU done?
LL08 ZVU was recorded at 241,044 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 11,222 miles a year.
Has LL08 ZVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 ZVU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LL08 ZVU 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 ZVU find?
LL08 ZVU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively all rounds; brake pad(s) wearing thin all rounds; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides.

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