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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 BPUMOT history

LP08 BPU is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 8 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 128,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
128,200 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 BPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 BPU was last recorded at 128,200 miles on 15 May 2026, 3,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,196 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,004 miles
Average per year
6,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,200 miles
  • 2025 – 125,196 miles
  • 2024 – 121,337 miles
  • 2023 – 116,742 miles
  • 2022 – 111,172 miles
  • 2021 – 106,405 miles
  • 2020 – 101,566 miles
  • 2019 – 96,051 miles
  • 2018 – 92,203 miles
  • 2017 – 87,646 miles
  • 2016 – 82,735 miles
  • 2015 – 72,362 miles
  • 2014 – 62,875 miles
  • 2013 – 50,759 miles
  • 2012 – 42,926 miles
  • 2011 – 32,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,200 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,200 miles (+3,004)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    128,200 miles
    Test number
    399248553231
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass125,196 miles (+3,859)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    125,196 miles
    Test number
    126661647380
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass121,337 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    121,337 miles
    Test number
    556533468894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail121,327 miles (+4,585)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,327 miles
    Test number
    581096118351
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view Over 50% opaque (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view Over 50% opaque (3.3 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass116,742 miles (+5,570)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    116,742 miles
    Test number
    761790704014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,172 miles (+4,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    111,172 miles
    Test number
    832439221587
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front slightly perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass106,405 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    106,405 miles
    Test number
    908495480311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,566 miles (+5,515)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    101,566 miles
    Test number
    395021944906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,051 miles (+3,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,051 miles
    Test number
    271910288549
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass92,203 miles (+4,557)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    92,203 miles
    Test number
    790354675901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and perished (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass87,646 miles (+4,911)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,646 miles
    Test number
    550407138812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,735 miles (+10,373)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,735 miles
    Test number
    910515220689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,362 miles (+9,487)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,362 miles
    Test number
    155551545152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,875 miles (+12,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,875 miles
    Test number
    615967774109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass50,759 miles (+7,833)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,759 miles
    Test number
    985312283135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,926 miles (+10,033)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,926 miles
    Test number
    678082092158
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail32,893 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,893 miles
    Test number
    187641371103
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass32,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,893 miles
    Test number
    806741971151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 BPU

Does LP08 BPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 BPU is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 BPU?
The MOT on LP08 BPU is valid until 23 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 BPU done?
LP08 BPU was recorded at 128,200 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 6,396 miles a year.
Has LP08 BPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 BPU has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LP08 BPU 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 LP08 BPU find?
LP08 BPU passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged.

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