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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LR08 FDAMOT history

LR08 FDA is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 175,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

LR08 FDA black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
175,328 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 FDA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 FDA was last recorded at 175,328 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 13,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,360 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
13,968 miles
Average per year
9,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,328 miles
  • 2025 – 161,360 miles
  • 2024 – 146,488 miles
  • 2023 – 133,620 miles
  • 2022 – 121,504 miles
  • 2021 – 111,889 miles
  • 2020 – 100,106 miles
  • 2019 – 97,553 miles
  • 2018 – 93,797 miles
  • 2017 – 89,497 miles
  • 2016 – 77,524 miles
  • 2015 – 66,274 miles
  • 2014 – 54,210 miles
  • 2013 – 40,372 miles
  • 2012 – 33,046 miles
  • 2011 – 22,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,328 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Engine cover , under trays & sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,328 miles (+13,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    175,328 miles
    Test number
    911035446030
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass161,360 miles (+14,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    161,360 miles
    Test number
    225846255104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,488 miles (+12,868)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    146,488 miles
    Test number
    367104695623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,620 miles (+12,116)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,620 miles
    Test number
    423290781404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,504 miles (+9,615)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    121,504 miles
    Test number
    808240960872
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking from driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass111,889 miles (+6,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,889 miles
    Test number
    786398392397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass105,166 miles (+5,060)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,166 miles
    Test number
    477045660858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,106 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,106 miles
    Test number
    961601582071
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover , under trays & sill covers fitted

  9. Fail100,106 miles (+2,553)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,106 miles
    Test number
    680987406817
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover , under trays & sill covers fitted

  10. Pass97,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,553 miles
    Test number
    797498765882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,550 miles (+3,753)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,550 miles
    Test number
    326686345560
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 good year rsc (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass93,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,797 miles
    Test number
    732420332372
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Fail93,797 miles (+4,300)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,797 miles
    Test number
    432484248964
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass89,497 miles (+11,973)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,497 miles
    Test number
    318407890224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,524 miles (+11,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,524 miles
    Test number
    614903466962
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass66,274 miles (+12,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,274 miles
    Test number
    387177555099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass54,210 miles (+13,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,210 miles
    Test number
    149368354076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass40,372 miles (+7,326)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,372 miles
    Test number
    155689953401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,046 miles (+10,812)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,046 miles
    Test number
    846292652051
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a couple of cuts but not deep enough to reach the cords yet

  20. Fail22,234 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,234 miles
    Test number
    438013851087
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass22,234 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,234 miles
    Test number
    789393351097
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LR08 FDA

Does LR08 FDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 FDA is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 FDA?
The MOT on LR08 FDA is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 FDA done?
LR08 FDA was recorded at 175,328 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 9,895 miles a year.
Has LR08 FDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 FDA has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LR08 FDA 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 FDA find?
LR08 FDA passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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