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BMW 120

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 YGTMOT history

LR08 YGT is a black petrol BMW 120 first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 173,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
173,440 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 YGT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 YGT was last recorded at 173,440 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 7,308 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,132 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
7,308 miles
Average per year
9,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,440 miles
  • 2025 – 166,132 miles
  • 2024 – 159,094 miles
  • 2023 – 145,498 miles
  • 2022 – 139,957 miles
  • 2021 – 134,253 miles
  • 2020 – 125,036 miles
  • 2019 – 121,111 miles
  • 2018 – 116,050 miles
  • 2017 – 106,218 miles
  • 2016 – 85,732 miles
  • 2015 – 69,392 miles
  • 2014 – 58,354 miles
  • 2013 – 48,654 miles
  • 2012 – 36,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail173,440 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded outer casing damaged and ferrule is excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel also making a squealing noise when applied (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to bulb issue (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned possible bulb fitted correctly no image (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer 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 Steering locking device missing Track rod end locking bolt snapped off so half missing (2.1.3 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded outer casing missing and ferrule is excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount noisy on rotation (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front front section off wing liner missing
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule centre (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened rear bush missing cup and perished (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front front section off wing liner missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule centre (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded around suspension arm mounting points (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • Advisory“Under-trays and sill covers fitted obscuring some underside components”.

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail173,440 miles (+7,308)8 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,440 miles
    Test number
    430708266585
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded outer casing damaged and ferrule is excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel also making a squealing noise when applied (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to bulb issue (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned possible bulb fitted correctly no image (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer 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 Steering locking device missing Track rod end locking bolt snapped off so half missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded outer casing missing and ferrule is excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount noisy on rotation (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front section off wing liner missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule centre (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened rear bush missing cup and perished (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front section off wing liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule centre (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded around suspension arm mounting points (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • Advisory“Under-trays and sill covers fitted obscuring some underside components”.
  2. Pass166,132 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    166,132 miles
    Test number
    868452292554
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail166,132 miles (+7,038)12 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,132 miles
    Test number
    614426768639
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass159,094 miles (+13,596)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,094 miles
    Test number
    224634397338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass145,498 miles (+5,541)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,498 miles
    Test number
    605123408618
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass139,957 miles (+5,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    139,957 miles
    Test number
    393302963882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass134,253 miles (+9,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,253 miles
    Test number
    334580903582
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted at time of test
  8. Pass125,036 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,036 miles
    Test number
    975304456777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass121,111 miles (+5,061)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,111 miles
    Test number
    891054849334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,050 miles (+9,832)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    116,050 miles
    Test number
    587816105421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,218 miles (+20,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,218 miles
    Test number
    239492308358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass85,732 miles (+16,340)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    85,732 miles
    Test number
    678985015160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,392 miles (+11,038)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    69,392 miles
    Test number
    367705905121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,354 miles (+458)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,354 miles
    Test number
    309762934144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,896 miles (+9,242)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,896 miles
    Test number
    456323724147
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass48,654 miles (+11,948)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,654 miles
    Test number
    686454723162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,706 miles
    Test number
    308383112038
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR08 YGT

Does LR08 YGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 YGT is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 YGT?
The MOT on LR08 YGT is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 YGT done?
LR08 YGT was recorded at 173,440 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 9,271 miles a year.
Has LR08 YGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 YGT has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 YGT 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 YGT find?
LR08 YGT failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 8 major defects and 17 advisories: nearside rear outer brake hose ferrule excessively corroded outer casing damaged and ferrule is excessively corroded; nearside rear parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel also making a squealing noise when applied; offside front headlamp aim unable to be tested due to bulb issue, and 22 more.

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