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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 GJXMOT history

LB08 GJX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
138,814 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB08 GJX was last recorded at 138,814 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 9,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,232 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,582 miles
Average per year
8,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,814 miles
  • 2024 – 129,232 miles
  • 2023 – 120,046 miles
  • 2022 – 109,443 miles
  • 2021 – 99,345 miles
  • 2020 – 93,682 miles
  • 2019 – 79,095 miles
  • 2018 – 70,421 miles
  • 2017 – 64,270 miles
  • 2015 – 52,418 miles
  • 2014 – 43,638 miles
  • 2013 – 32,606 miles
  • 2011 – 16,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,814 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,814 miles (+9,582)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    138,814 miles
    Test number
    171111498285
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass129,232 miles (+9,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    129,232 miles
    Test number
    347801038613
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass120,046 miles (+267)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,046 miles
    Test number
    914937217955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,779 miles (+10,336)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,779 miles
    Test number
    239264793292
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,443 miles (+187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    109,443 miles
    Test number
    988340998576
    • AdvisoryManufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail109,256 miles2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,256 miles
    Test number
    468239773278
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit , early attention required (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit , early attention required (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame and suspension components corroded

  7. Fail109,256 miles (+9,911)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,256 miles
    Test number
    626761613554
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit , early attention required (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit , early attention required (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame and suspension components corroded

  8. Pass99,345 miles (+5,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,345 miles
    Test number
    880304401804
    • AdvisoryManufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

  9. Pass93,682 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,682 miles
    Test number
    369684446309
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail93,682 miles (+14,587)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,682 miles
    Test number
    715487421063
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass79,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,095 miles
    Test number
    625181055818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,095 miles (+8,674)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,095 miles
    Test number
    312133134627
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass70,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,421 miles
    Test number
    424529900063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail70,421 miles (+6,151)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,421 miles
    Test number
    470802311640
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass64,270 miles (+11,852)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,270 miles
    Test number
    662366066157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,418 miles (+8,780)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,418 miles
    Test number
    927196855057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,638 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,638 miles
    Test number
    255690144404
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCan not fully see rear coils

  18. Fail43,638 miles (+11,032)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,638 miles
    Test number
    665660044182
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCan not fully see rear coils

  19. Pass32,606 miles (+91)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,606 miles
    Test number
    808038443156
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  20. Fail32,515 miles (+16,008)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,515 miles
    Test number
    299511143412
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass16,507 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    16,507 miles
    Test number
    598634351358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,399 miles
    Test number
    207313571429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 GJX

Does LB08 GJX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 GJX is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GJX?
The MOT on LB08 GJX is valid until 18 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 GJX done?
LB08 GJX was recorded at 138,814 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 8,452 miles a year.
Has LB08 GJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GJX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 GJX 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 GJX find?
LB08 GJX passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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