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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 BZJMOT history

LB08 BZJ is a bronze petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 80,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
80,342 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BZJ was last recorded at 80,342 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,342 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,342 miles
  • 2024 – 78,507 miles
  • 2023 – 76,234 miles
  • 2022 – 74,794 miles
  • 2021 – 73,198 miles
  • 2020 – 71,427 miles
  • 2019 – 69,693 miles
  • 2018 – 67,937 miles
  • 2017 – 66,350 miles
  • 2016 – 64,789 miles
  • 2015 – 63,279 miles
  • 2014 – 61,943 miles
  • 2013 – 42,640 miles
  • 2012 – 39,771 miles
  • 2011 – 33,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,342 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S AND N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRAME AND ATTACHED ARMS/COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,342 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    80,342 miles
    Test number
    169278016547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S AND N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRAME AND ATTACHED ARMS/COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail80,342 miles (+1,835)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,342 miles
    Test number
    879650832350
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened subframe support bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S AND N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRAME AND ATTACHED ARMS/COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,507 miles (+2,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    78,507 miles
    Test number
    282007499377
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass76,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,234 miles
    Test number
    642565117649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail76,234 miles (+1,440)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,234 miles
    Test number
    691942107209
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass74,794 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,794 miles
    Test number
    400136100441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    794649964646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,198 miles (+1,771)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    916045052712
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass71,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,427 miles
    Test number
    894799617312
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Fail71,427 miles (+1,734)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,427 miles
    Test number
    866104158636
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Pass69,693 miles (+1,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,693 miles
    Test number
    629627392417
    • AdvisoryBRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON

  12. Pass67,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    67,937 miles
    Test number
    113065713597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,937 miles (+1,587)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,937 miles
    Test number
    915988974503
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass66,350 miles (+1,561)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    66,350 miles
    Test number
    106526369811
    • AdvisoryFront BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON RAISED EDGES
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass64,789 miles (+1,510)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    64,789 miles
    Test number
    464575504392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,279 miles
    Test number
    572123356961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail63,279 miles (+1,336)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,279 miles
    Test number
    928925869930
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass61,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,943 miles
    Test number
    717027414382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,943 miles (+341)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,943 miles
    Test number
    466276514461
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteBad oil leak on engine. Needs a new sump.

  20. Pass61,602 miles (+18,962)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,602 miles
    Test number
    897947054111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  21. Pass42,640 miles (+2,869)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,640 miles
    Test number
    119800953132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass39,771 miles (+6,324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,771 miles
    Test number
    227378762161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass33,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,447 miles
    Test number
    786627361127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 BZJ

Does LB08 BZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BZJ is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BZJ?
The MOT on LB08 BZJ is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BZJ done?
LB08 BZJ was recorded at 80,342 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 3,250 miles a year.
Has LB08 BZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BZJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 BZJ 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 BZJ find?
LB08 BZJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened frame and attached arms/components; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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