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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LS08 BVTMOT history

LS08 BVT is a black diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 98,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

LS08 BVT black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
98,914 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 BVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 BVT was last recorded at 98,914 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 9,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,322 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,592 miles
Average per year
6,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,914 miles
  • 2024 – 89,322 miles
  • 2023 – 80,659 miles
  • 2022 – 74,707 miles
  • 2021 – 68,560 miles
  • 2020 – 57,570 miles
  • 2019 – 42,910 miles
  • 2018 – 26,168 miles
  • 2017 – 19,385 miles
  • 2016 – 16,667 miles
  • 2015 – 14,421 miles
  • 2014 – 11,367 miles
  • 2013 – 10,047 miles
  • 2012 – 8,712 miles
  • 2011 – 7,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,914 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Engine cover/under-trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,914 miles (+9,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    98,914 miles
    Test number
    889391847007
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass89,322 miles (+8,663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,322 miles
    Test number
    524469495729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass80,659 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    80,659 miles
    Test number
    340888757035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,707 miles (+6,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,707 miles
    Test number
    262705330947
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp cracked still secure at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside/offside rear shocks corroded
  5. Pass68,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,560 miles
    Test number
    367764624139
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp cracked, still secure at time of test
  6. Fail68,560 miles (+10,990)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,560 miles
    Test number
    400610329621
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp cracked, still secure at time of test
  7. Pass57,570 miles (+14,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    57,570 miles
    Test number
    461692675042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated light cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated light cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass42,910 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,910 miles
    Test number
    947975637618
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
  9. Fail42,910 miles (+16,742)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,910 miles
    Test number
    833091652672
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
  10. Pass26,168 miles (+6,783)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    26,168 miles
    Test number
    144758945371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,385 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    19,385 miles
    Test number
    729752037929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,667 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    16,667 miles
    Test number
    825562986724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,421 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    14,421 miles
    Test number
    995273532320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass11,367 miles (+1,320)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    11,367 miles
    Test number
    767409504275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass10,047 miles (+1,335)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    10,047 miles
    Test number
    267237693412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass8,712 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    8,712 miles
    Test number
    527039792127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass7,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    7,482 miles
    Test number
    759286701214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 BVT

Does LS08 BVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 BVT is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS08 BVT?
The MOT on LS08 BVT is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 BVT done?
LS08 BVT was recorded at 98,914 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 6,368 miles a year.
Has LS08 BVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 BVT has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LS08 BVT 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 LS08 BVT find?
LS08 BVT passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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