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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB08 ATHMOT history

LB08 ATH is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 111,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
111,979 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ATH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ATH was last recorded at 111,979 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 10,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,952 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,027 miles
Average per year
7,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,979 miles
  • 2023 – 95,050 miles
  • 2022 – 89,544 miles
  • 2021 – 67,578 miles
  • 2019 – 59,875 miles
  • 2018 – 48,553 miles
  • 2017 – 38,578 miles
  • 2016 – 27,481 miles
  • 2015 – 25,871 miles
  • 2014 – 22,718 miles
  • 2013 – 18,808 miles
  • 2012 – 15,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,979 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,979 miles (+10,027)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,979 miles
    Test number
    841341981018
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  2. Pass101,952 miles (+4)5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,952 miles
    Test number
    743748615227
    • MinorAll position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Indicator tell-tale inoperative SIDE (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Fail101,948 miles (+6,898)1 dangerous3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,948 miles
    Test number
    317175216218
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect NO PATTERN. CHECK BULB POSITION (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass95,050 miles (+5,467)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,050 miles
    Test number
    660384827581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,583 miles (+39)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,583 miles
    Test number
    811280204709
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  6. Pass89,544 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,544 miles
    Test number
    687953651226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise undertrays and sill covers fitted
  7. Fail89,521 miles (+21,943)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,521 miles
    Test number
    321926126048
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise undertrays and sill covers fitted
  8. Pass67,578 miles (+7,703)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,578 miles
    Test number
    115160085825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,875 miles (+11,322)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,875 miles
    Test number
    738295152369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,553 miles (+9,975)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    48,553 miles
    Test number
    205792234901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass38,578 miles (+11,097)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    38,578 miles
    Test number
    762406392939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,481 miles (+1,610)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    27,481 miles
    Test number
    795041784652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,871 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    25,871 miles
    Test number
    216175858863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Fail25,871 miles (+3,153)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,871 miles
    Test number
    229575780845
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass22,718 miles (+3,910)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    22,718 miles
    Test number
    817593924376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,808 miles (+3,332)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    18,808 miles
    Test number
    439296613438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    15,476 miles
    Test number
    478388332439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 ATH

Does LB08 ATH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 ATH is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ATH?
The MOT on LB08 ATH is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 ATH done?
LB08 ATH was recorded at 111,979 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 7,422 miles a year.
Has LB08 ATH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ATH has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 ATH 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 LB08 ATH find?
LB08 ATH passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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