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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 GEUMOT history

LB08 GEU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 216,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
216,678 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GEU
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 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GEU was last recorded at 216,678 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 4,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
211,900 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,778 miles
Average per year
11,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,678 miles
  • 2025 – 211,900 miles
  • 2024 – 206,695 miles
  • 2023 – 203,032 miles
  • 2022 – 196,799 miles
  • 2021 – 186,226 miles
  • 2020 – 174,007 miles
  • 2019 – 158,001 miles
  • 2018 – 132,633 miles
  • 2017 – 113,742 miles
  • 2016 – 100,293 miles
  • 2015 – 84,229 miles
  • 2014 – 72,033 miles
  • 2013 – 56,013 miles
  • 2012 – 50,895 miles
  • 2011 – 43,853 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,678 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame: attachment bracket / mounting corroded not seriously weakened

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear control arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass216,678 miles (+4,778)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    216,678 miles
    Test number
    709733897951
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame: attachment bracket / mounting corroded not seriously weakened

  2. Pass211,900 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    211,900 miles
    Test number
    335533436261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass206,695 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    206,695 miles
    Test number
    505053166715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail206,695 miles (+3,663)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,695 miles
    Test number
    264652832598
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass203,032 miles (+6,233)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    203,032 miles
    Test number
    461099283286
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Phone mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass196,799 miles (+10,573)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    196,799 miles
    Test number
    503926308394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass186,226 miles (+12,219)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    186,226 miles
    Test number
    120251684829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass174,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    174,007 miles
    Test number
    881644860638
    • AdvisoryUndertrays + sill covers fitted

  9. Fail174,004 miles (+16,003)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,004 miles
    Test number
    612781042601
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays + sill covers fitted

  10. Pass158,001 miles (+25,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    158,001 miles
    Test number
    251469351909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Pass132,633 miles (+18,891)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    132,633 miles
    Test number
    315504429474
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass113,742 miles (+13,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    113,742 miles
    Test number
    224368100549
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass100,293 miles (+16,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    100,293 miles
    Test number
    803635156463
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass84,229 miles (+12,196)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    84,229 miles
    Test number
    557381215212
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass72,033 miles (+16,020)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,033 miles
    Test number
    286925404246
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteTow eye cover missing from fronf bumper

  16. Pass56,013 miles (+5,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,013 miles
    Test number
    966500223270
    • 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. Pass50,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    50,895 miles
    Test number
    278252022264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,895 miles (+7,042)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,895 miles
    Test number
    318602622462
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass43,853 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,853 miles
    Test number
    105842261225
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNear side front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteVehicle has covers fitted so unable to see some testable items

  20. Fail43,853 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,853 miles
    Test number
    608782061282
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNear side front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteVehicle has covers fitted so unable to see some testable items

Questions about LB08 GEU

Does LB08 GEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 GEU is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GEU?
The MOT on LB08 GEU is valid until 10 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 GEU done?
LB08 GEU was recorded at 216,678 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 11,479 miles a year.
Has LB08 GEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GEU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 GEU 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 GEU find?
LB08 GEU passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame: attachment bracket / mounting corroded not seriously weakened.

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