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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L8 BBRMOT history

L8 BBR is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 169,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2023.

L8 BBR grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2024
Mileage
169,103 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 BBR was last recorded at 169,103 miles on 11 Dec 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,098 miles · 8 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 169,103 miles
  • 2021 – 164,491 miles
  • 2020 – 162,852 miles
  • 2019 – 158,039 miles
  • 2017 – 151,534 miles
  • 2016 – 137,809 miles
  • 2015 – 117,131 miles
  • 2014 – 101,820 miles
  • 2013 – 93,428 miles
  • 2012 – 84,105 miles
  • 2011 – 73,844 miles
  • 2010 – 67,040 miles
  • 2009 – 61,069 miles
  • 2008 – 55,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,103 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear both n/s o/s brake ferrules showing corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear rear subframe showing signs of corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged parking brake cable has been chaffing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,103 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    169,103 miles
    Test number
    422134223582
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear both n/s o/s brake ferrules showing corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear subframe showing signs of corrosion

  2. Fail169,098 miles (+384)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,098 miles
    Test number
    894465881689
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front both n/s o/s suspenion arms inner bushes worn [large rubber bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear n/s lower out rose bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear both n/s o/s brake ferrules showing corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear subframe showing signs of corrosion

  3. Pass168,714 miles (+4,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    168,714 miles
    Test number
    710530099064
    • AdvisoryN/S front flexible brake hose perishing
    • AdvisoryO/S front brake flexible hose perishing
    • AdvisoryRear subframe starting to corrode

  4. Pass164,491 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    164,491 miles
    Test number
    133500925387
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged parking brake cable has been chaffing (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail164,479 miles (+1,627)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,479 miles
    Test number
    178068855675
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick friction material broken away (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged parking brake cable has been chaffing (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass162,852 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    162,852 miles
    Test number
    190298846713
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/ headlight top brackets broken, headlight still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from o/s/r wheel when spun
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail162,852 miles (+4,813)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,852 miles
    Test number
    925539593624
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/ headlight top brackets broken, headlight still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from o/s/r wheel when spun
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass158,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    158,039 miles
    Test number
    158854148585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail158,039 miles (+6,505)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,039 miles
    Test number
    738141164902
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass151,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    151,534 miles
    Test number
    983214319671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail151,534 miles (+13,725)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,534 miles
    Test number
    936561360429
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  12. Pass137,809 miles (+20,678)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    137,809 miles
    Test number
    622834379415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass117,131 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    117,131 miles
    Test number
    315133535450
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail117,100 miles (+15,280)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,100 miles
    Test number
    357108215233
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteIntermittant fault with brake lights

  15. Pass101,820 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    101,820 miles
    Test number
    897526004289
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  16. Fail101,820 miles (+8,392)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,820 miles
    Test number
    478876804262
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass93,428 miles (+9,323)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,428 miles
    Test number
    116567613211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,105 miles (+10,261)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    84,105 miles
    Test number
    658594562103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass73,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,844 miles
    Test number
    676070681159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,844 miles (+113)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,844 miles
    Test number
    848490081174
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass73,731 miles (+6,691)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,731 miles
    Test number
    236995051440
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin

  22. Pass67,040 miles (+5,971)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,040 miles
    Test number
    991146020112
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass61,069 miles (+5,551)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    61,069 miles
    Test number
    160042739174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,518 miles
    Test number
    624672228377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,515 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,515 miles
    Test number
    181342928363
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L8 BBR

Does L8 BBR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 BBR expired on 10 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 BBR?
The MOT on L8 BBR expired on 10 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 BBR done?
L8 BBR was recorded at 169,103 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2023, an average of 7,541 miles a year.
Has L8 BBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BBR has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 BBR 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 L8 BBR find?
L8 BBR passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear both n/s o/s brake ferrules showing corrosion; rear rear subframe showing signs of corrosion.

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