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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 MTJMOT history

LR08 MTJ is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 18 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 138,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
138,012 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 MTJ was last recorded at 138,012 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 10,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Nov 2020: 11,179 miles, lower than 107,698 miles on 21 Nov 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
127,978 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,034 miles
Average per year
5,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,012 miles
  • 2025 – 127,978 miles
  • 2024 – 124,409 miles
  • 2022 – 119,460 miles
  • 2021 – 115,117 miles
  • 2020 – 11,179 miles
  • 2019 – 107,698 miles
  • 2018 – 105,139 miles
  • 2017 – 95,725 miles
  • 2016 – 90,638 miles
  • 2015 – 78,217 miles
  • 2014 – 75,527 miles
  • 2013 – 71,711 miles
  • 2012 – 63,586 miles
  • 2011 – 53,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,012 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake warning light on!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Unable to check under vehicle fully due to plastic covers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,012 miles (+10,034)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    138,012 miles
    Test number
    605744500425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass127,978 miles (+3,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    127,978 miles
    Test number
    535063885070
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,409 miles (+4,949)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,409 miles
    Test number
    133743212417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,460 miles (+60)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    119,460 miles
    Test number
    459607415674
    • MinorNearside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail119,400 miles (+4,283)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,400 miles
    Test number
    228295027548
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mount support rotten (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced flashing (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,117 miles (+103,938)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    198350809696
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive under trey (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential oil seal leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass11,179 miles (-96,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    11,179 miles
    Test number
    856391388922
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,698 miles (+2,559)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,698 miles
    Test number
    969159407453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,139 miles
    Test number
    436368736082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on!

  10. Fail105,139 miles (+4,182)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,139 miles
    Test number
    170244566360
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on!

  11. Pass100,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,957 miles
    Test number
    203621966748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

  12. Fail100,957 miles (+5,232)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,957 miles
    Test number
    332643017757
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

  13. Pass95,725 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    95,725 miles
    Test number
    726161401013
    • AdvisoryUnable to check outer sills due to plastic covers
    • AdvisoryUnable to check under vehicle fully due to plastic covers

  14. Fail95,701 miles (+5,063)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,701 miles
    Test number
    817002941176
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall 205-50-17 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs becoming lipped
    • AdvisoryUnable to check outer sills due to plastic covers
    • AdvisoryUnable to check under vehicle fully due to plastic covers

  15. Pass90,638 miles (+12,421)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,638 miles
    Test number
    970937125461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,217 miles (+2,690)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,217 miles
    Test number
    655934035060
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has hole in but not exposing cords

  17. Pass75,527 miles (+3,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,527 miles
    Test number
    136438644432
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass71,711 miles (+8,125)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    71,711 miles
    Test number
    916686733092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,586 miles (+10,254)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    63,586 miles
    Test number
    538620242066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,332 miles
    Test number
    888878141003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 MTJ

Does LR08 MTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 MTJ is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MTJ?
The MOT on LR08 MTJ is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 MTJ done?
LR08 MTJ was recorded at 138,012 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 5,531 miles a year.
Has LR08 MTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MTJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 MTJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR08 MTJ find?
LR08 MTJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, and 2 more.

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