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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 AEVMOT history

LR08 AEV is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 29 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 158,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2024
Mileage
158,308 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2023
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 AEV
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
29 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 AEV was last recorded at 158,308 miles on 25 Jul 2023, 6,772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,536 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
6,772 miles
Average per year
7,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 158,308 miles
  • 2022 – 151,536 miles
  • 2021 – 143,964 miles
  • 2020 – 135,546 miles
  • 2019 – 134,478 miles
  • 2017 – 132,531 miles
  • 2016 – 125,307 miles
  • 2015 – 123,064 miles
  • 2014 – 114,735 miles
  • 2013 – 100,512 miles
  • 2012 – 91,579 miles
  • 2011 – 71,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,308 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,308 miles (+6,772)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    158,308 miles
    Test number
    578853260305
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass151,536 miles (+7,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    151,536 miles
    Test number
    952183741097
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass143,964 miles (+8,418)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,964 miles
    Test number
    149860811527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,546 miles (+1,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,546 miles
    Test number
    425716539143
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass134,478 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    134,478 miles
    Test number
    310373888056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail134,477 miles (+1,946)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,477 miles
    Test number
    144702827298
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass132,531 miles (+7,224)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    132,531 miles
    Test number
    844860278786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass125,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    125,307 miles
    Test number
    526975918871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
  9. Fail125,305 miles (+2,241)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,305 miles
    Test number
    384787793426
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOn board computer indicates a tyre pressure fault
  10. Pass123,064 miles (+8,329)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    123,064 miles
    Test number
    900077687752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,735 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    114,735 miles
    Test number
    846156474241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Fail114,718 miles (+14,206)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,718 miles
    Test number
    619124174249
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass100,512 miles (+8,933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    100,512 miles
    Test number
    848979773002
    • 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)
  14. Pass91,579 miles (+19,616)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,579 miles
    Test number
    519492082042
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear pads getting low
  15. Pass71,963 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,963 miles
    Test number
    328721701166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR08 AEV

Does LR08 AEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 AEV expired on 9 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 AEV?
The MOT on LR08 AEV expired on 9 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 AEV done?
LR08 AEV was recorded at 158,308 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2023, an average of 7,027 miles a year.
Has LR08 AEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 AEV has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on LR08 AEV 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 LR08 AEV find?
LR08 AEV passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2023 with 6 advisories: central oil leak, but not excessive; central rear prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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