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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LL08 ZWXMOT history

LL08 ZWX is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 16 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 190,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
190,259 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 ZWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 ZWX was last recorded at 190,259 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 11,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
179,188 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,071 miles
Average per year
11,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,259 miles
  • 2025 – 179,188 miles
  • 2024 – 167,741 miles
  • 2023 – 162,093 miles
  • 2022 – 155,836 miles
  • 2021 – 144,401 miles
  • 2020 – 138,079 miles
  • 2019 – 114,201 miles
  • 2018 – 73,819 miles
  • 2017 – 54,021 miles
  • 2016 – 46,893 miles
  • 2015 – 40,385 miles
  • 2014 – 33,524 miles
  • 2013 – 27,197 miles
  • 2012 – 19,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,259 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    190,259 miles
    Test number
    636878143477
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  2. Fail190,259 miles (+11,071)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,259 miles
    Test number
    975126810221
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  3. Pass179,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    179,188 miles
    Test number
    664564148219
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail179,188 miles (+11,447)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,188 miles
    Test number
    387229069921
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass167,741 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    167,741 miles
    Test number
    230575283164
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail167,741 miles (+5,648)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,741 miles
    Test number
    170796777687
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass162,093 miles (+6,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    162,093 miles
    Test number
    797324357645
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass155,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    155,836 miles
    Test number
    743645081646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail155,836 miles (+11,435)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,836 miles
    Test number
    725681095362
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass144,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    144,401 miles
    Test number
    353529106899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail144,401 miles (+6,322)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,401 miles
    Test number
    409236779711
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass138,079 miles (+23,878)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    138,079 miles
    Test number
    840036397442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass114,201 miles (+40,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,201 miles
    Test number
    343371069149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass73,819 miles (+19,798)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,819 miles
    Test number
    432471336782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,021 miles
    Test number
    414937416694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,021 miles (+7,128)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,021 miles
    Test number
    452304859525
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass46,893 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,893 miles
    Test number
    172505370226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,385 miles (+6,861)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,385 miles
    Test number
    237031965459
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads worn 2.5mm and edges worn low
  19. Pass33,524 miles (+6,327)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,524 miles
    Test number
    627295254114
    • NoteFront tyre treads outer edges starting to wear
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low
  20. Pass27,197 miles (+7,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    27,197 miles
    Test number
    669441353193
    • 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)
  21. Pass19,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,580 miles
    Test number
    478289672096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL08 ZWX

Does LL08 ZWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 ZWX is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 ZWX?
The MOT on LL08 ZWX is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 ZWX done?
LL08 ZWX was recorded at 190,259 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 11,723 miles a year.
Has LL08 ZWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 ZWX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 ZWX 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 ZWX find?
LL08 ZWX passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration.

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