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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 BZGMOT history

LB08 BZG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
162,311 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BZG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BZG was last recorded at 162,311 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 4,791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,520 miles · 12 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,791 miles
Average per year
8,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,311 miles
  • 2024 – 157,520 miles
  • 2023 – 152,097 miles
  • 2022 – 146,627 miles
  • 2021 – 136,247 miles
  • 2020 – 127,960 miles
  • 2019 – 121,779 miles
  • 2018 – 112,322 miles
  • 2017 – 104,318 miles
  • 2016 – 98,711 miles
  • 2015 – 76,627 miles
  • 2014 – 70,437 miles
  • 2013 – 59,873 miles
  • 2012 – 46,285 miles
  • 2011 – 31,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,311 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • N/s/f tyre as slight sidewall damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,311 miles (+4,791)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    162,311 miles
    Test number
    676864306118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass157,520 miles (+5,423)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    157,520 miles
    Test number
    252411175217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass152,097 miles (+5,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    152,097 miles
    Test number
    378291730703
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass146,627 miles (+10,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    146,627 miles
    Test number
    590017994505
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass136,247 miles (+8,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    136,247 miles
    Test number
    868205436121
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre as slight sidewall damage

  6. Pass127,960 miles (+6,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    127,960 miles
    Test number
    277321066587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre as slight sidewall damage

  7. Pass121,779 miles (+9,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,779 miles
    Test number
    838331933540
    • AdvisorySidewall damage to n/s/f tyre

  8. Pass112,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    112,322 miles
    Test number
    966937873288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,322 miles (+8,004)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,322 miles
    Test number
    414586999951
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn knuckle joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,318 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    104,318 miles
    Test number
    885457504723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail104,317 miles (+5,606)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,317 miles
    Test number
    608681468759
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass98,711 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    98,711 miles
    Test number
    858009689269
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight cracking on inner sidewall (225/40 18)
    • AdvisorySuspected oil leak

  13. Fail98,711 miles (+22,084)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,711 miles
    Test number
    432291419542
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight cracking on inner sidewall (225/40 18)
    • AdvisorySuspected oil leak

  14. Pass76,627 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,627 miles
    Test number
    409236955135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,437 miles (+10,564)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,437 miles
    Test number
    229180864163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,873 miles (+13,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,873 miles
    Test number
    327035263155
    • 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)

  17. Pass46,285 miles (+14,649)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,285 miles
    Test number
    308665862178
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake warning light indicates a braking fault

  18. Pass31,636 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,636 miles
    Test number
    895401261165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB08 BZG

Does LB08 BZG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BZG is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BZG?
The MOT on LB08 BZG is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BZG done?
LB08 BZG was recorded at 162,311 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 8,893 miles a year.
Has LB08 BZG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BZG has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on LB08 BZG 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 BZG find?
LB08 BZG passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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