Official DVLA Record

2008 BMW 320D SE A 2.0L Diesel · VLZ 1840

VLZ 1840

2008 BMW 320D SE A (2.0L, diesel). First registered 02/01/2008. Recorded mileage 114,079 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
BMW 320D SE A
Year / Origin
2008 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12/05/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
114,079 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 12/05/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 13 May 2025 at 114,079 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to February 2022, suggesting the car has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for an 18 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,338 miles per year. The distance covered between the February 2022 test at 106,621 miles and the May 2025 test at 114,079 miles shows steady, moderate usage. There are no erratic spikes in mileage or long periods of dormancy that would suggest neglect or abuse. A brief failure on 18 April 2023 at 109,382 miles was resolved within four days, indicating the owner addressed the issue promptly to secure the pass on 22 April 2023. While the MOT history is remarkably clean, the absence of advisories on a vehicle of this age is unusual. A buyer should personally inspect the underbody for corrosion, specifically around the sills and suspension mounting points, as these are common failure points for this model that may not always be flagged if they have not yet reached a critical structural limit. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing or cracks. Given the lack of recorded brake or tyre advisories over the last three years, verify the remaining tread depth and the condition of the brake discs for pitting or lip wear. These consumables often wear gradually and may be due for replacement despite a clean MOT record.

VLZ 1840 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2025
  • 114,079 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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VLZ 1840 Mileage History

  1. 28/02/2022106,621 mi
  2. 18/04/2023109,382 mi+2,761 mi
  3. 22/04/2023109,443 mi+61 mi
  4. 03/04/2024111,411 mi+1,968 mi
  5. 13/05/2025114,079 mi+2,668 mi

Average of roughly 2,328 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VLZ 1840 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 320D Se A (VLZ 1840) between February 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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