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BMW 5 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 HXFMOT history

LR08 HXF is a grey diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 10 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 172,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Dec 2023.

LR08 HXF grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2023
Mileage
172,427 mi
At MOT on 28 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 HXF was last recorded at 172,427 miles on 28 Dec 2023, 12,003 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,424 miles · 29 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
12,003 miles
Average per year
8,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 172,427 miles
  • 2022 – 160,424 miles
  • 2021 – 150,658 miles
  • 2020 – 145,291 miles
  • 2019 – 134,616 miles
  • 2018 – 123,283 miles
  • 2017 – 116,478 miles
  • 2016 – 109,880 miles
  • 2015 – 101,395 miles
  • 2014 – 95,261 miles
  • 2013 – 82,955 miles
  • 2012 – 75,969 miles
  • 2011 – 68,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail172,427 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.80 high manufactures limit 0.53 (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm limit 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail172,427 miles (+12,003)2 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,427 miles
    Test number
    213519317853
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.80 high manufactures limit 0.53 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass160,424 miles (+274)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    160,424 miles
    Test number
    324949395701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Fail160,150 miles (+9,492)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,150 miles
    Test number
    396544059579
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass150,658 miles (+204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    150,658 miles
    Test number
    716836354061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail150,454 miles (+5,163)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,454 miles
    Test number
    112134671521
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing 1 snapped off in hub (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,291 miles (+10,675)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,291 miles
    Test number
    577148360906
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,616 miles (+11,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    134,616 miles
    Test number
    639109212287
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,283 miles (+6,805)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    123,283 miles
    Test number
    376946055922
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody covers fitted

  9. Pass116,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    116,478 miles
    Test number
    601440500578
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Fail116,478 miles (+6,598)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,478 miles
    Test number
    556570949741
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Pass109,880 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    109,880 miles
    Test number
    824802250298
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail109,838 miles (+8,443)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,838 miles
    Test number
    658989076468
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)

  13. Pass101,395 miles (+6,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,395 miles
    Test number
    302962164025
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted

  14. Pass95,261 miles (+12,306)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,261 miles
    Test number
    599762664237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,955 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    82,955 miles
    Test number
    129302273139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail82,955 miles (+6,986)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,955 miles
    Test number
    725722173192
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)

  17. Pass75,969 miles (+7,953)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,969 miles
    Test number
    538824202185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,016 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,016 miles
    Test number
    798131001183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,651 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,651 miles
    Test number
    639393571095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,645 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,645 miles
    Test number
    287729761081
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 HXF

Does LR08 HXF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 HXF expired on 28 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HXF?
The MOT on LR08 HXF expired on 28 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 HXF done?
LR08 HXF was recorded at 172,427 miles at its MOT on 28 Dec 2023, an average of 8,185 miles a year.
Has LR08 HXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HXF has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 HXF 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 HXF find?
LR08 HXF failed its latest MOT on 28 Dec 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 9 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position, and 9 more.

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