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BMW 116

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LX08 WVTMOT history

LX08 WVT is a blue petrol BMW 116 first used on 21 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 142,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,893 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 WVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX08 WVT was last recorded at 142,893 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 9,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,473 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,420 miles
Average per year
8,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,893 miles
  • 2025 – 133,473 miles
  • 2024 – 122,765 miles
  • 2023 – 113,005 miles
  • 2022 – 107,769 miles
  • 2021 – 95,397 miles
  • 2020 – 85,486 miles
  • 2019 – 71,550 miles
  • 2018 – 59,738 miles
  • 2017 – 44,855 miles
  • 2016 – 35,085 miles
  • 2015 – 28,914 miles
  • 2014 – 25,558 miles
  • 2013 – 21,534 miles
  • 2012 – 16,007 miles
  • 2011 – 12,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,893 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Bolts missing from centre exhaust mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,893 miles (+9,420)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,893 miles
    Test number
    616290540993
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass133,473 miles (+10,708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    133,473 miles
    Test number
    842433621443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass122,765 miles (+9,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,765 miles
    Test number
    210872764205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass113,005 miles (+5,236)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,005 miles
    Test number
    817655779360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass107,769 miles (+12,372)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    107,769 miles
    Test number
    810947673140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,397 miles (+9,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,397 miles
    Test number
    835486714309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass85,486 miles (+13,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,486 miles
    Test number
    502124932701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass71,550 miles (+11,812)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,550 miles
    Test number
    549772738888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,738 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,738 miles
    Test number
    176022804404
    • AdvisoryBolts missing from centre exhaust mounting
  10. Fail59,735 miles (+14,880)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,735 miles
    Test number
    207233972065
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBolts missing from centre exhaust mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn low outer edge
  11. Pass44,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,855 miles
    Test number
    997841466303
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Fail44,855 miles (+9,770)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,855 miles
    Test number
    543320126518
    • DangerousBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass35,085 miles (+3,549)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,085 miles
    Test number
    528466188677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,536 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,536 miles
    Test number
    500501276019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,914 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,914 miles
    Test number
    666359135196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,558 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,558 miles
    Test number
    305180464104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,534 miles (+5,527)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    21,534 miles
    Test number
    209309573413
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCrack in front number plate
    • NoteRear tyres 3mm
  18. Pass16,007 miles (+3,852)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,007 miles
    Test number
    309452552159
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Pass12,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    12,155 miles
    Test number
    845334051184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX08 WVT

Does LX08 WVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX08 WVT is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX08 WVT?
The MOT on LX08 WVT is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX08 WVT done?
LX08 WVT was recorded at 142,893 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 8,873 miles a year.
Has LX08 WVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 WVT has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LX08 WVT 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 LX08 WVT find?
LX08 WVT passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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