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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 FHXMOT history

LB08 FHX is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 89,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
89,313 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FHX
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
13 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FHX was last recorded at 89,313 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
88,617 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
696 miles
Average per year
3,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,313 miles
  • 2025 – 88,617 miles
  • 2024 – 87,851 miles
  • 2023 – 86,821 miles
  • 2022 – 85,973 miles
  • 2021 – 84,931 miles
  • 2020 – 83,053 miles
  • 2019 – 78,794 miles
  • 2018 – 73,580 miles
  • 2017 – 68,788 miles
  • 2016 – 64,104 miles
  • 2015 – 59,869 miles
  • 2014 – 56,259 miles
  • 2013 – 51,945 miles
  • 2012 – 47,279 miles
  • 2011 – 34,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,313 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexys weak (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,313 miles (+696)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    89,313 miles
    Test number
    531834621227
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexys weak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass88,617 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,617 miles
    Test number
    929866534916
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail88,617 miles (+766)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,617 miles
    Test number
    331274544005
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,851 miles (+1,030)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    87,851 miles
    Test number
    390047149520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,821 miles (+848)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,821 miles
    Test number
    345586412440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,973 miles (+1,042)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,973 miles
    Test number
    613345395582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,931 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,931 miles
    Test number
    123816616527
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES , lower arm front bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  8. Fail84,920 miles (+1,867)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,920 miles
    Test number
    136496428494
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements BOTH SIDES (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES , lower arm front bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  9. Pass83,053 miles (+4,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    83,053 miles
    Test number
    843220550380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,794 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    78,794 miles
    Test number
    842703391128
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  11. Fail78,794 miles (+5,214)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,794 miles
    Test number
    541161161101
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  12. Pass73,580 miles (+4,792)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,580 miles
    Test number
    299975105937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,788 miles (+4,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,788 miles
    Test number
    331594235122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass64,104 miles (+4,235)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,104 miles
    Test number
    621276509503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,869 miles (+3,610)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,869 miles
    Test number
    237560765458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,259 miles (+4,314)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,259 miles
    Test number
    305144854127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWipers juddering on screen.

  17. Pass51,945 miles (+4,666)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,945 miles
    Test number
    245915953427
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing slightly on outer edges advise wheel alignment
    • NotePlastic side skirts covering outer sills

  18. Pass47,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,279 miles
    Test number
    178882242158
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail47,275 miles (+13,050)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,275 miles
    Test number
    916182142174
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass34,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,225 miles
    Test number
    738679051114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 FHX

Does LB08 FHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 FHX is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FHX?
The MOT on LB08 FHX is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 FHX done?
LB08 FHX was recorded at 89,313 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 3,597 miles a year.
Has LB08 FHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FHX has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 FHX 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 FHX find?
LB08 FHX passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexys weak; front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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