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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

C8 HLNMOT history

C8 HLN is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 61,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

C8 HLN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
61,223 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 HLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 HLN was last recorded at 61,223 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
60,875 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
348 miles
Average per year
1,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,223 miles
  • 2024 – 60,875 miles
  • 2023 – 60,212 miles
  • 2022 – 59,486 miles
  • 2021 – 58,633 miles
  • 2020 – 56,438 miles
  • 2019 – 53,126 miles
  • 2018 – 49,823 miles
  • 2017 – 47,479 miles
  • 2016 – 45,126 miles
  • 2015 – 43,182 miles
  • 2014 – 42,259 miles
  • 2013 – 41,464 miles
  • 2012 – 39,093 miles
  • 2011 – 35,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,223 miles
  • 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,223 miles (+348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    61,223 miles
    Test number
    603177877574
    • 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. Pass60,875 miles (+663)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    60,875 miles
    Test number
    524849697837
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre is devoid of tread on inner and outer edges, but unable to view cords. recommend renewal (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass60,212 miles (+726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    60,212 miles
    Test number
    682515254118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both n/s and o/s fronts have slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass59,486 miles (+853)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    208438420432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,633 miles (+2,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,633 miles
    Test number
    638397841104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge -only just legal recommend replaced asap!!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake overheated??not binding at time of test

  6. Pass56,438 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    56,438 miles
    Test number
    272513453192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre tread is wearing/worn heavily on inner edge

  7. Fail56,438 miles (+3,312)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,438 miles
    Test number
    320804360107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre tread is wearing/worn heavily on inner edge

  8. Pass53,126 miles (+3,303)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,126 miles
    Test number
    390052979400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,823 miles (+2,344)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,823 miles
    Test number
    546913720593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,479 miles (+2,353)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,479 miles
    Test number
    514169672539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,126 miles (+1,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,126 miles
    Test number
    761201052910
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass43,182 miles (+923)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,182 miles
    Test number
    985331845103
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  13. Pass42,259 miles (+795)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    42,259 miles
    Test number
    136041054101
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass41,464 miles (+2,371)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,464 miles
    Test number
    157618643177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,093 miles (+3,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,093 miles
    Test number
    427062622137
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass35,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    886954421184
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about C8 HLN

Does C8 HLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 HLN is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on C8 HLN?
The MOT on C8 HLN is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 HLN done?
C8 HLN was recorded at 61,223 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 1,751 miles a year.
Has C8 HLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 HLN has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on C8 HLN 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 C8 HLN find?
C8 HLN passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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