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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

LB08 BGVMOT history

LB08 BGV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 104,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jul 2027
Mileage
104,404 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BGV was last recorded at 104,404 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 7,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,448 miles · 5 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,956 miles
Average per year
6,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,404 miles
  • 2025 – 96,448 miles
  • 2024 – 87,639 miles
  • 2023 – 81,894 miles
  • 2021 – 74,861 miles
  • 2020 – 66,422 miles
  • 2019 – 59,937 miles
  • 2018 – 53,105 miles
  • 2017 – 42,055 miles
  • 2016 – 36,048 miles
  • 2015 – 31,760 miles
  • 2014 – 27,783 miles
  • 2013 – 23,822 miles
  • 2012 – 19,086 miles
  • 2011 – 12,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,404 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Engine cover and under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,404 miles (+7,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    104,404 miles
    Test number
    928159722850
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass96,448 miles (+8,809)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    96,448 miles
    Test number
    861549061460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,639 miles (+5,745)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    87,639 miles
    Test number
    149369737665
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both side (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,894 miles (+7,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    81,894 miles
    Test number
    655162580743
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,861 miles (+8,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,861 miles
    Test number
    419645038974
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted disallowing full inspection

  6. Pass66,422 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,422 miles
    Test number
    258551469243
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail66,402 miles (+51)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,402 miles
    Test number
    185704136050
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail66,351 miles (+6,414)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,351 miles
    Test number
    952990516707
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass59,937 miles (+303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,937 miles
    Test number
    233841180848
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear OSR parking brake weak

  10. Fail59,634 miles (+6,529)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,634 miles
    Test number
    112024460060
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass53,105 miles (+11,050)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,105 miles
    Test number
    368402850471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,055 miles (+6,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    42,055 miles
    Test number
    885701187942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres have cuts to side walls but not down to cords
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  13. Pass36,048 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    36,048 miles
    Test number
    340205566173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,760 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    31,760 miles
    Test number
    146398945490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,783 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,783 miles
    Test number
    145801484256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,822 miles (+4,736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    23,822 miles
    Test number
    548798183249
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass19,086 miles (+6,298)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,086 miles
    Test number
    865561852242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,788 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    12,788 miles
    Test number
    809069861133
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  19. Fail12,788 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,788 miles
    Test number
    789079661197
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about LB08 BGV

Does LB08 BGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BGV is valid until 4 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BGV?
The MOT on LB08 BGV is valid until 4 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BGV done?
LB08 BGV was recorded at 104,404 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 6,092 miles a year.
Has LB08 BGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BGV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LB08 BGV 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 BGV find?
LB08 BGV passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished 225/45/17.

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