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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 FHMMOT history

LB08 FHM is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2025
Mileage
149,977 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FHM was last recorded at 149,977 miles on 2 Apr 2024, 13,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,636 miles · 11 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
13,341 miles
Average per year
9,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 149,977 miles
  • 2023 – 136,636 miles
  • 2022 – 120,843 miles
  • 2021 – 110,437 miles
  • 2020 – 110,423 miles
  • 2019 – 93,505 miles
  • 2018 – 86,470 miles
  • 2017 – 76,884 miles
  • 2016 – 69,204 miles
  • 2015 – 59,971 miles
  • 2014 – 51,350 miles
  • 2013 – 43,159 miles
  • 2012 – 35,141 miles
  • 2011 – 26,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,977 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass149,977 miles (+13,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    149,977 miles
    Test number
    766444628609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass136,636 miles (+15,793)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    136,636 miles
    Test number
    858166389396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,843 miles
    Test number
    660465621347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail120,843 miles (+10,406)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,843 miles
    Test number
    719413656400
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass110,437 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,437 miles
    Test number
    226798808260
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Fail110,437 miles (+14)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,437 miles
    Test number
    559775189383
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Fail110,423 miles (+16,918)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,423 miles
    Test number
    505582041833
    • 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))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  8. Pass93,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,505 miles
    Test number
    401570043680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,503 miles (+7,033)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,503 miles
    Test number
    620987544816
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass86,470 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,470 miles
    Test number
    363695631154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail86,468 miles (+9,584)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,468 miles
    Test number
    538397360835
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass76,884 miles (+7,680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,884 miles
    Test number
    645954758845
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass69,204 miles (+9,233)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,204 miles
    Test number
    419589187165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,971 miles (+8,621)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,971 miles
    Test number
    267134965487
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass51,350 miles (+8,191)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    51,350 miles
    Test number
    187482464141
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass43,159 miles (+8,018)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,159 miles
    Test number
    129096463156
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light is on
  17. Pass35,141 miles (+8,328)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,141 miles
    Test number
    935667062101
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Pass26,813 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,813 miles
    Test number
    989674861189
    • NoteEmissions passed but sheet says fail because lamber max limit is 230 car is 228 time of test
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f tyres are worn on the inner & outer edges

Questions about LB08 FHM

Does LB08 FHM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 FHM expired on 1 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FHM?
The MOT on LB08 FHM expired on 1 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 FHM done?
LB08 FHM was recorded at 149,977 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2024, an average of 9,618 miles a year.
Has LB08 FHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FHM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 FHM 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 FHM find?
LB08 FHM passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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