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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 GFUMOT history

LB08 GFU is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 9 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
109,815 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GFU was last recorded at 109,815 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,810 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,815 miles
  • 2025 – 103,024 miles
  • 2024 – 96,360 miles
  • 2023 – 88,120 miles
  • 2022 – 80,774 miles
  • 2021 – 74,308 miles
  • 2020 – 63,858 miles
  • 2019 – 57,657 miles
  • 2018 – 54,854 miles
  • 2017 – 52,562 miles
  • 2016 – 51,362 miles
  • 2015 – 47,500 miles
  • 2014 – 39,119 miles
  • 2013 – 33,459 miles
  • 2011 – 22,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,815 miles
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Side repeater light output inconsistent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Across all seats

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seats fitted in rear x3

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,815 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    109,815 miles
    Test number
    996072492000
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail109,810 miles (+6,786)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,810 miles
    Test number
    429183721829
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side both (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass103,024 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    103,024 miles
    Test number
    261931172738
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater light output inconsistent
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Across all seats

  4. Fail103,024 miles (+6,664)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,024 miles
    Test number
    101269839955
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Mid section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater light output inconsistent
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Across all seats

  5. Pass96,360 miles (+8,240)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    96,360 miles
    Test number
    231126908613
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all of rear seat
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo reading detected on dsm

  6. Pass88,120 miles (+7,346)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    88,120 miles
    Test number
    714093168281
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front/centre joint/ clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt across all rear seating

  7. Pass80,774 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    80,774 miles
    Test number
    559531448763
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seats fitted in rear x3
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Fail80,770 miles (+6,462)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,770 miles
    Test number
    679452167401
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seats fitted in rear x3
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,308 miles (+10,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    74,308 miles
    Test number
    585109740461
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass63,858 miles (+6,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    63,858 miles
    Test number
    627661456591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass57,657 miles (+2,803)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    57,657 miles
    Test number
    443904524287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,854 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,854 miles
    Test number
    619973614046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,562 miles
    Test number
    448540218240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,562 miles (+1,200)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,562 miles
    Test number
    148153434421
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  15. Pass51,362 miles (+3,862)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,362 miles
    Test number
    380348390765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,500 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,500 miles
    Test number
    576021335198
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail47,500 miles (+8,381)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,500 miles
    Test number
    726301035146
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass39,119 miles (+5,660)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,119 miles
    Test number
    845415104194
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass33,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,459 miles
    Test number
    215959803150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,459 miles (+10,512)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,459 miles
    Test number
    507209103115
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass22,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    22,947 miles
    Test number
    345868971296
    • 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)

  22. Fail22,947 miles1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,947 miles
    Test number
    546437171297
    • DangerousParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB08 GFU

Does LB08 GFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 GFU is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GFU?
The MOT on LB08 GFU is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 GFU done?
LB08 GFU was recorded at 109,815 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 5,915 miles a year.
Has LB08 GFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GFU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 GFU 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 GFU find?
LB08 GFU passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, and 1 more.

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