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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 MLFMOT history

LR08 MLF is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 12 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 169,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2025
Mileage
169,048 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2024
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MLF
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
12 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 MLF was last recorded at 169,048 miles on 2 Dec 2024, 9,593 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
159,455 miles · 19 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
9,593 miles
Average per year
8,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 169,048 miles
  • 2023 – 159,455 miles
  • 2022 – 147,990 miles
  • 2021 – 140,480 miles
  • 2020 – 139,301 miles
  • 2019 – 130,309 miles
  • 2018 – 127,144 miles
  • 2016 – 111,983 miles
  • 2015 – 97,320 miles
  • 2014 – 82,237 miles
  • 2013 – 70,573 miles
  • 2012 – 58,026 miles
  • 2011 – 50,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,048 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,048 miles (+9,593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    169,048 miles
    Test number
    170973725546
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass159,455 miles (+11,465)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    159,455 miles
    Test number
    845757370990
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,990 miles (+7,510)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    147,990 miles
    Test number
    301368816260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,480 miles (+1,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    140,480 miles
    Test number
    125381408004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  5. Pass139,301 miles (+8,992)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    139,301 miles
    Test number
    311675871474
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,309 miles (+3,165)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,309 miles
    Test number
    748440125904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    127,144 miles
    Test number
    851110241731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail127,144 miles (+15,161)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,144 miles
    Test number
    394512350316
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass111,983 miles (+14,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,983 miles
    Test number
    912940027327
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass97,320 miles (+15,083)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,320 miles
    Test number
    139483275437
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass82,237 miles (+11,664)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,237 miles
    Test number
    178533074082
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  12. Pass70,573 miles (+12,547)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,573 miles
    Test number
    887626463084
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight wear front brake discs
    • NoteTravel in parkbrake

  13. Pass58,026 miles (+7,489)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,026 miles
    Test number
    477812462021
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  14. Pass50,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,537 miles
    Test number
    498923671096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 MLF

Does LR08 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 MLF expired on 1 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MLF?
The MOT on LR08 MLF expired on 1 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 MLF done?
LR08 MLF was recorded at 169,048 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2024, an average of 8,637 miles a year.
Has LR08 MLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MLF has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on LR08 MLF 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 MLF find?
LR08 MLF passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2024 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms outer bushes.

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