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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 BUUMOT history

LB08 BUU is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 160,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2024
Mileage
160,878 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BUU was last recorded at 160,878 miles on 14 Dec 2023, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,825 miles · 12 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
10,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,878 miles
  • 2022 – 146,218 miles
  • 2021 – 138,735 miles
  • 2020 – 136,403 miles
  • 2019 – 131,397 miles
  • 2018 – 123,177 miles
  • 2017 – 108,861 miles
  • 2016 – 95,837 miles
  • 2015 – 78,944 miles
  • 2014 – 61,925 miles
  • 2013 – 47,594 miles
  • 2012 – 37,534 miles
  • 2011 – 26,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,878 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth headlight washers missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,878 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    160,878 miles
    Test number
    671623298448
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight washers missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail160,825 miles (+14,607)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,825 miles
    Test number
    207894978266
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight washers missing
    • AdvisoryEngine vibrating heavily with mechanical noise when clutch is pressed. Strongly advise this is looked into by professional as soon as possible
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass146,218 miles (+7,483)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,218 miles
    Test number
    975012367936
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower ball joints/bushes have play
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing close to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn to limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort only just met limit

  4. Pass138,735 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    138,735 miles
    Test number
    388520503048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,403 miles (+3,743)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    136,403 miles
    Test number
    459817444080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass132,660 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,660 miles
    Test number
    279217446422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,397 miles (+8,220)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    131,397 miles
    Test number
    927550180726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass123,177 miles (+14,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    123,177 miles
    Test number
    704712861103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass108,861 miles (+13,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,861 miles
    Test number
    386621549479
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Pass95,837 miles (+16,893)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,837 miles
    Test number
    547880481072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,944 miles (+17,019)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,944 miles
    Test number
    619475955182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,925 miles (+107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,925 miles
    Test number
    885954654134
    • 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)

  13. Fail61,818 miles (+14,224)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,818 miles
    Test number
    855850154100
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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. Pass47,594 miles (+10,060)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,594 miles
    Test number
    809916353129
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  15. Pass37,534 miles (+11,380)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,534 miles
    Test number
    267934742176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,154 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,154 miles
    Test number
    897727751133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,152 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,152 miles
    Test number
    517743151183
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LB08 BUU

Does LB08 BUU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 BUU expired on 13 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BUU?
The MOT on LB08 BUU expired on 13 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 BUU done?
LB08 BUU was recorded at 160,878 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2023, an average of 10,749 miles a year.
Has LB08 BUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BUU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 BUU 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 BUU find?
LB08 BUU passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: both headlight washers missing; oil leak.

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