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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 FWTMOT history

LB08 FWT is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 154,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
154,708 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FWT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FWT was last recorded at 154,708 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 6,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,854 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,854 miles
Average per year
9,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,708 miles
  • 2025 – 147,854 miles
  • 2024 – 139,763 miles
  • 2023 – 130,322 miles
  • 2022 – 120,335 miles
  • 2021 – 112,636 miles
  • 2020 – 106,094 miles
  • 2019 – 100,768 miles
  • 2018 – 91,162 miles
  • 2016 – 74,135 miles
  • 2015 – 65,458 miles
  • 2014 – 46,797 miles
  • 2013 – 28,541 miles
  • 2012 – 23,117 miles
  • 2011 – 18,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,708 miles
  • AdvisoryFront lower inner arm bush

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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front tyres wearing inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,708 miles (+6,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    154,708 miles
    Test number
    342265097903
    • AdvisoryFront lower inner arm bush
  2. Pass147,854 miles (+8,091)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,854 miles
    Test number
    115876002758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,763 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    139,763 miles
    Test number
    735508701990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing inner edge
  4. Fail139,763 miles (+9,441)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,763 miles
    Test number
    227298847539
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing inner edge
  5. Pass130,322 miles (+9,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    130,322 miles
    Test number
    480959846081
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass120,335 miles (+7,699)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,335 miles
    Test number
    262875283771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,636 miles (+6,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,636 miles
    Test number
    887620977165
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn outer edge
  8. Pass106,094 miles (+5,326)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,094 miles
    Test number
    903987179522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,768 miles (+9,606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,768 miles
    Test number
    567359270033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing inner edge
  10. Pass91,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,162 miles
    Test number
    265792103122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,162 miles (+3,416)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,162 miles
    Test number
    641892884671
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  12. Pass87,746 miles (+13,611)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    87,746 miles
    Test number
    433232610389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,135 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,135 miles
    Test number
    383960212028
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  14. Fail74,135 miles (+8,677)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,135 miles
    Test number
    497475558396
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  15. Pass65,458 miles (+18,661)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    65,458 miles
    Test number
    539646805325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,797 miles (+18,256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,797 miles
    Test number
    847821114374
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass28,541 miles (+542)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    28,541 miles
    Test number
    637404523363
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass27,999 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,999 miles
    Test number
    927905333243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,117 miles (+4,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    23,117 miles
    Test number
    249489922230
    • 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)
  20. Pass18,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,390 miles
    Test number
    647110601266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 FWT

Does LB08 FWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 FWT is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FWT?
The MOT on LB08 FWT is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 FWT done?
LB08 FWT was recorded at 154,708 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 9,046 miles a year.
Has LB08 FWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FWT has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 FWT 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 FWT find?
LB08 FWT passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front lower inner arm bush.

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