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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 WFXMOT history

LR08 WFX is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2026
Mileage
139,480 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 WFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 WFX was last recorded at 139,480 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 8,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,296 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,184 miles
Average per year
7,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,480 miles
  • 2024 – 131,296 miles
  • 2023 – 125,520 miles
  • 2022 – 118,113 miles
  • 2021 – 109,842 miles
  • 2020 – 101,446 miles
  • 2019 – 94,552 miles
  • 2018 – 83,442 miles
  • 2017 – 75,843 miles
  • 2016 – 66,877 miles
  • 2015 – 56,611 miles
  • 2014 – 48,919 miles
  • 2013 – 41,023 miles
  • 2012 – 35,292 miles
  • 2011 – 27,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,480 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear all upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,480 miles (+8,184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    139,480 miles
    Test number
    690507816110
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear all upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Pass131,296 miles (+5,776)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,296 miles
    Test number
    411167597463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,520 miles (+7,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,520 miles
    Test number
    526082348464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Pass118,113 miles (+50)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,113 miles
    Test number
    491709669418
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail118,063 miles (+8,221)3 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,063 miles
    Test number
    756493975865
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,842 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    109,842 miles
    Test number
    912480373313
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail109,799 miles (+8,353)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,799 miles
    Test number
    247339405601
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass101,446 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,446 miles
    Test number
    694979923316
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail101,446 miles (+6,894)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,446 miles
    Test number
    994172421210
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass94,552 miles (+913)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,552 miles
    Test number
    526074616256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,639 miles (+10,197)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    93,639 miles
    Test number
    890898178208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass83,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,442 miles
    Test number
    966891219616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,442 miles (+7,599)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,442 miles
    Test number
    798899812690
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass75,843 miles (+8,966)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    75,843 miles
    Test number
    612988776756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,877 miles (+10,266)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,877 miles
    Test number
    450296774972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,611 miles (+7,692)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,611 miles
    Test number
    315812145130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,919 miles (+7,896)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,919 miles
    Test number
    897048424121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,023 miles
    Test number
    516872143173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,023 miles (+5,731)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,023 miles
    Test number
    246432543441
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass35,292 miles (+7,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    35,292 miles
    Test number
    628754942124
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass27,832 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,832 miles
    Test number
    359121651159
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR08 WFX

Does LR08 WFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 WFX expired on 19 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 WFX?
The MOT on LR08 WFX expired on 19 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 WFX done?
LR08 WFX was recorded at 139,480 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 7,765 miles a year.
Has LR08 WFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 WFX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 WFX 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 WFX find?
LR08 WFX passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear all upper and lower, and 1 more.

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