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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 HMUMOT history

LP08 HMU is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 22 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2024 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 142,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2024
Mileage
142,366 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2023
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 HMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 HMU was last recorded at 142,366 miles on 13 Jan 2023, 483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,883 miles · 17 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
483 miles
Average per year
7,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,366 miles
  • 2022 – 141,883 miles
  • 2021 – 140,971 miles
  • 2019 – 136,308 miles
  • 2018 – 131,172 miles
  • 2017 – 124,824 miles
  • 2016 – 120,546 miles
  • 2015 – 118,319 miles
  • 2013 – 96,462 miles
  • 2012 – 78,093 miles
  • 2011 – 60,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,366 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust becoming insecure and is damaged at front flexible section
  • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak possibly gearbox area

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.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,366 miles (+483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    142,366 miles
    Test number
    434434224686
    • AdvisoryExhaust becoming insecure and is damaged at front flexible section
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak possibly gearbox area
  2. Pass141,883 miles (+912)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    141,883 miles
    Test number
    700283815516
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryQuite heavy oil leak under vehicle
  3. Pass140,971 miles (+4,663)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,971 miles
    Test number
    992997371653
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass136,308 miles (+5,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,308 miles
    Test number
    759429202776
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass131,172 miles (+6,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    131,172 miles
    Test number
    184638178732
    • AdvisoryN/S/R TYRE GETTING LOW ON TREAD
  6. Pass124,824 miles (+4,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,824 miles
    Test number
    922596668768
    • AdvisoryOS wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  7. Pass120,546 miles (+2,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,546 miles
    Test number
    717545500013
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  8. Pass118,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    118,319 miles
    Test number
    968122305262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail118,319 miles (+21,857)6 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,319 miles
    Test number
    177115895105
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust flexi detiorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewalls detiorated
    • NoteTyre warning light on
  10. Pass96,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    96,462 miles
    Test number
    906347173275
    • 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)
  11. Fail96,462 miles (+18,369)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,462 miles
    Test number
    198877373292
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
  12. Pass78,093 miles (+17,912)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,093 miles
    Test number
    969498502288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,181 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,181 miles
    Test number
    539182871127
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LP08 HMU

Does LP08 HMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 HMU expired on 20 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 HMU?
The MOT on LP08 HMU expired on 20 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 HMU done?
LP08 HMU was recorded at 142,366 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2023, an average of 7,107 miles a year.
Has LP08 HMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 HMU has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on LP08 HMU 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 HMU find?
LP08 HMU passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust becoming insecure and is damaged at front flexible section; heavy oil leak possibly gearbox area.

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