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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 BJZMOT history

LB08 BJZ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2023
Mileage
125,805 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BJZ was last recorded at 125,805 miles on 5 Feb 2022, 2,563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,242 miles · 17 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,563 miles
Average per year
8,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,805 miles
  • 2020 – 123,242 miles
  • 2019 – 113,116 miles
  • 2018 – 104,250 miles
  • 2017 – 94,132 miles
  • 2016 – 82,401 miles
  • 2015 – 71,815 miles
  • 2014 – 62,993 miles
  • 2013 – 53,054 miles
  • 2012 – 40,625 miles
  • 2011 – 31,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,805 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    125,805 miles
    Test number
    720182477723
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail125,805 miles (+2,563)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,805 miles
    Test number
    963078087202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass123,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    123,242 miles
    Test number
    622538511380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail123,242 miles (+10,126)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,242 miles
    Test number
    978468906753
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass113,116 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,116 miles
    Test number
    745864689579
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail113,111 miles (+8,861)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,111 miles
    Test number
    943478640508
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,250 miles (+10,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,250 miles
    Test number
    730016446340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake hy noise by applying hand brake left rear

  8. Pass94,132 miles (+11,731)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,132 miles
    Test number
    817129633912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,401 miles
    Test number
    478652708845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,401 miles (+10,586)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,401 miles
    Test number
    952997033540
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass71,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,815 miles
    Test number
    976064935164
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail71,815 miles (+8,822)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,815 miles
    Test number
    167073435118
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass62,993 miles (+9,939)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,993 miles
    Test number
    597577734101
    • 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)

  14. Pass53,054 miles (+12,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,054 miles
    Test number
    219094933170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass40,625 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,625 miles
    Test number
    879478182051
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteChild lock on
    • NoteStone chips on screen

  16. Fail40,625 miles (+8,708)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,625 miles
    Test number
    229028482081
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteChild lock on
    • NoteStone chips on screen

  17. Pass31,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,917 miles
    Test number
    449853931145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 BJZ

Does LB08 BJZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 BJZ expired on 4 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BJZ?
The MOT on LB08 BJZ expired on 4 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 BJZ done?
LB08 BJZ was recorded at 125,805 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2022, an average of 8,746 miles a year.
Has LB08 BJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BJZ has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 BJZ 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 BJZ find?
LB08 BJZ passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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