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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 FVSMOT history

LB08 FVS is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 114,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
114,980 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,795 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FVS was last recorded at 114,980 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 1,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,889 miles · 15 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,091 miles
Average per year
5,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,980 miles
  • 2024 – 113,889 miles
  • 2023 – 112,623 miles
  • 2022 – 111,162 miles
  • 2021 – 109,147 miles
  • 2020 – 107,209 miles
  • 2019 – 105,447 miles
  • 2018 – 103,483 miles
  • 2017 – 99,884 miles
  • 2016 – 86,852 miles
  • 2014 – 75,344 miles
  • 2013 – 53,874 miles
  • 2012 – 41,250 miles
  • 2011 – 31,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,980 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,980 miles (+1,091)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    114,980 miles
    Test number
    128218169567
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass113,889 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,889 miles
    Test number
    100854239024
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail113,877 miles (+1,254)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,877 miles
    Test number
    536537081330
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,623 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,623 miles
    Test number
    396666540991
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail112,614 miles (+1,452)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,614 miles
    Test number
    220949953960
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured x2 places (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass111,162 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,162 miles
    Test number
    595423460512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,147 miles (+1,938)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    109,147 miles
    Test number
    995219201563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,209 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    107,209 miles
    Test number
    611750775889
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail107,209 miles (+1,762)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,209 miles
    Test number
    709645728376
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rose point (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass105,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    105,447 miles
    Test number
    390283712654
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail105,447 miles (+1,964)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,447 miles
    Test number
    642163420552
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass103,483 miles (+3,599)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    103,483 miles
    Test number
    636674448514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,884 miles (+148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    99,884 miles
    Test number
    137281498504
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail99,736 miles (+12,884)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,736 miles
    Test number
    258821175816
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass86,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    86,852 miles
    Test number
    940631473715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,852 miles (+11,508)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,852 miles
    Test number
    511766514930
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,344 miles (+4,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,344 miles
    Test number
    818034034249
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass70,871 miles (+16,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,871 miles
    Test number
    737886124189
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass53,874 miles (+12,624)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,874 miles
    Test number
    407513173023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,250 miles (+10,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,250 miles
    Test number
    176285692150
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass31,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,028 miles
    Test number
    276713671411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 FVS

Does LB08 FVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 FVS is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FVS?
The MOT on LB08 FVS is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 FVS done?
LB08 FVS was recorded at 114,980 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 5,795 miles a year.
Has LB08 FVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FVS has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 FVS 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 FVS find?
LB08 FVS passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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