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BMW 118

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T189 LBCMOT history

T189 LBC is a silver diesel BMW 118 first used on 29 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jun 2027
Mileage
115,250 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T189 LBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T189 LBC was last recorded at 115,250 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 10,413 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,837 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
10,413 miles
Average per year
6,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,250 miles
  • 2025 – 104,837 miles
  • 2024 – 95,915 miles
  • 2023 – 91,122 miles
  • 2022 – 86,658 miles
  • 2021 – 79,626 miles
  • 2020 – 75,196 miles
  • 2019 – 70,361 miles
  • 2018 – 59,923 miles
  • 2017 – 57,421 miles
  • 2016 – 53,049 miles
  • 2015 – 47,337 miles
  • 2014 – 39,599 miles
  • 2013 – 33,346 miles
  • 2012 – 28,181 miles
  • 2011 – 22,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,250 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Drive belt worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    115,250 miles
    Test number
    213593398885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail115,250 miles (+10,413)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,250 miles
    Test number
    135353300526
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass104,837 miles (+8,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    104,837 miles
    Test number
    260789124238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,915 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    95,915 miles
    Test number
    583371025398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,913 miles (+4,791)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,913 miles
    Test number
    101335023763
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,122 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,122 miles
    Test number
    457868435464
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Fail91,113 miles (+4,455)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,113 miles
    Test number
    403269532772
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  8. Pass86,658 miles (+448)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,658 miles
    Test number
    880306589423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi section in poor condition

  9. Fail86,210 miles (+6,584)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,210 miles
    Test number
    720245415640
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi section in poor condition

  10. Pass79,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,626 miles
    Test number
    945304894569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,626 miles (+4,430)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,626 miles
    Test number
    830753427641
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass75,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,196 miles
    Test number
    192799631052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,196 miles (+4,835)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,196 miles
    Test number
    441592490237
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever just met. It may need adjustment or repair

  14. Pass70,361 miles (+10,438)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,361 miles
    Test number
    969119485505
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass59,923 miles (+2,502)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,923 miles
    Test number
    455474323377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,421 miles (+4,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    57,421 miles
    Test number
    620581195496
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean and not registering on emissions machine

  17. Pass53,049 miles (+5,712)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,049 miles
    Test number
    339853408391
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean and not registering on the emissions machine
    • 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)

  18. Pass47,337 miles (+7,738)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,337 miles
    Test number
    989110905156
    • NoteEmissions too clean

  19. Pass39,599 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,599 miles
    Test number
    257589414106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,595 miles (+6,249)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,595 miles
    Test number
    496358214116
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass33,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,346 miles
    Test number
    979970823109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,346 miles (+5,165)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,346 miles
    Test number
    229390823497
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass28,181 miles (+6,152)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,181 miles
    Test number
    219728612420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has a cut to outer sidewall but not showing any cords

  24. Pass22,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    22,029 miles
    Test number
    517446511107
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T189 LBC

Does T189 LBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T189 LBC is valid until 13 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T189 LBC?
The MOT on T189 LBC is valid until 13 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T189 LBC done?
T189 LBC was recorded at 115,250 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 6,169 miles a year.
Has T189 LBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T189 LBC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T189 LBC 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 T189 LBC find?
T189 LBC passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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