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BMW 118

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 ZWCMOT history

LR08 ZWC is a silver diesel BMW 118 first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 149,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
149,870 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 ZWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 ZWC was last recorded at 149,870 miles on 2 Oct 2024, 5,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,896 miles · 4 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,974 miles
Average per year
9,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 149,870 miles
  • 2023 – 143,896 miles
  • 2022 – 141,176 miles
  • 2021 – 136,828 miles
  • 2020 – 127,038 miles
  • 2019 – 112,290 miles
  • 2018 – 96,806 miles
  • 2017 – 79,713 miles
  • 2016 – 66,185 miles
  • 2015 – 59,118 miles
  • 2014 – 52,986 miles
  • 2013 – 42,126 miles
  • 2012 – 32,909 miles
  • 2011 – 27,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,870 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Diff Corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndercover 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass149,870 miles (+5,974)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    149,870 miles
    Test number
    118696720031
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercover Fitted

  2. Pass143,896 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    143,896 miles
    Test number
    424580778245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail143,894 miles (+2,718)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,894 miles
    Test number
    219080842774
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass141,176 miles (+4,348)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    141,176 miles
    Test number
    228588197929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished also winter and run flat tyre fitted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper not working

  5. Pass136,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    136,828 miles
    Test number
    815334500052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail136,828 miles (+9,790)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,828 miles
    Test number
    310394026811
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass127,038 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,038 miles
    Test number
    492135302623
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail127,038 miles (+14,748)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,038 miles
    Test number
    579376351512
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass112,290 miles (+15,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,290 miles
    Test number
    310667557073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass96,806 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,806 miles
    Test number
    593096597140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail96,806 miles (+17,093)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,806 miles
    Test number
    230396915837
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass79,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,713 miles
    Test number
    376133019634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,712 miles (+13,527)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,712 miles
    Test number
    590283426382
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass66,185 miles (+7,067)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    837038988286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,118 miles (+6,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,118 miles
    Test number
    603937887351
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi joint is broken

  16. Pass52,986 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,986 miles
    Test number
    135465364296
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  17. Fail52,986 miles (+10,860)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,986 miles
    Test number
    586795564278
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  18. Pass42,126 miles (+48)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,126 miles
    Test number
    375444073283
    • NoteCrack on front exhaust clamp between particle filter and centre section of the exhaust
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail42,078 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,078 miles
    Test number
    178364723256
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  20. Pass42,078 miles (+2,516)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,078 miles
    Test number
    429184223221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  21. Pass39,562 miles (+6,653)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,562 miles
    Test number
    835522483037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass32,909 miles (+5,086)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,909 miles
    Test number
    349403382055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,823 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,823 miles
    Test number
    865350481037
    • 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)

Questions about LR08 ZWC

Does LR08 ZWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 ZWC expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 ZWC?
The MOT on LR08 ZWC expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 ZWC done?
LR08 ZWC was recorded at 149,870 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2024, an average of 9,017 miles a year.
Has LR08 ZWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 ZWC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 ZWC 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 ZWC find?
LR08 ZWC passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2024 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 4 more.

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