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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

C8 LBKMOT history

C8 LBK is a bronze diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 71,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

C8 LBK bronze 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 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
71,067 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 LBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 LBK was last recorded at 71,067 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,183 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,884 miles
Average per year
3,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,067 miles
  • 2025 – 69,183 miles
  • 2024 – 66,432 miles
  • 2023 – 63,127 miles
  • 2022 – 60,009 miles
  • 2021 – 56,633 miles
  • 2020 – 54,264 miles
  • 2019 – 51,041 miles
  • 2018 – 48,126 miles
  • 2017 – 42,528 miles
  • 2016 – 36,209 miles
  • 2015 – 31,532 miles
  • 2014 – 26,304 miles
  • 2013 – 20,992 miles
  • 2012 – 16,483 miles
  • 2011 – 13,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,067 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryAreas of age related corrosion developing

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.

  • Many different areas of age related corrosion developing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,067 miles (+1,884)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    71,067 miles
    Test number
    315628068199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAreas of age related corrosion developing

  2. Pass69,183 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    69,183 miles
    Test number
    130672676088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMany different areas of age related corrosion developing

  3. Fail69,168 miles (+2,736)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,168 miles
    Test number
    126891591835
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2454518 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2254518 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMany different areas of age related corrosion developing

  4. Pass66,432 miles (+3,305)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    66,432 miles
    Test number
    693079800426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,127 miles (+3,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,127 miles
    Test number
    456261725530
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edges 245/45/18 100Y
    • AdvisoryBoth tailgate struts weak (new required)

  6. Pass60,009 miles (+3,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    60,009 miles
    Test number
    757701023606
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear heat shield insecure

  7. Pass56,633 miles (+2,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    56,633 miles
    Test number
    340447308951
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  8. Pass54,264 miles (+3,223)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,264 miles
    Test number
    927324702264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.28mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake high

  9. Pass51,041 miles (+2,915)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,041 miles
    Test number
    970726149492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    48,126 miles
    Test number
    107596848992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,126 miles (+5,598)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,126 miles
    Test number
    270060860276
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass42,528 miles (+6,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,528 miles
    Test number
    533350859803
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated just starting to crack. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass36,209 miles (+4,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,209 miles
    Test number
    797784718855
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass31,532 miles (+5,228)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,532 miles
    Test number
    158609555174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass26,304 miles (+5,312)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    26,304 miles
    Test number
    909713454127
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass20,992 miles (+4,509)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    20,992 miles
    Test number
    819614253151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,483 miles (+2,571)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,483 miles
    Test number
    546299432112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    13,912 miles
    Test number
    257940661413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 LBK

Does C8 LBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 LBK is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 LBK?
The MOT on C8 LBK is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 LBK done?
C8 LBK was recorded at 71,067 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,741 miles a year.
Has C8 LBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 LBK has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 LBK 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 LBK find?
C8 LBK passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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