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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 GKVMOT history

LB08 GKV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
148,658 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GKV
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
26 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GKV was last recorded at 148,658 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 12,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,764 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,894 miles
Average per year
9,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,658 miles
  • 2025 – 135,764 miles
  • 2024 – 117,581 miles
  • 2023 – 102,855 miles
  • 2022 – 96,259 miles
  • 2021 – 85,154 miles
  • 2020 – 78,716 miles
  • 2019 – 71,679 miles
  • 2018 – 61,457 miles
  • 2017 – 52,257 miles
  • 2016 – 44,618 miles
  • 2015 – 36,972 miles
  • 2014 – 28,344 miles
  • 2013 – 23,805 miles
  • 2012 – 19,242 miles
  • 2011 – 15,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,658 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,658 miles (+12,894)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    148,658 miles
    Test number
    587010258880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass135,764 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,764 miles
    Test number
    944478809513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail135,764 miles (+18,183)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,764 miles
    Test number
    825100687658
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working sidelight bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass117,581 miles (+216)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,581 miles
    Test number
    821815577839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail117,365 miles (+14,510)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,365 miles
    Test number
    728230421704
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,855 miles (+6,596)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,855 miles
    Test number
    589859317045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,259 miles (+11,105)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    96,259 miles
    Test number
    134228815776
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass85,154 miles (+6,438)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    85,154 miles
    Test number
    223142156556
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,716 miles (+7,037)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    78,716 miles
    Test number
    763692211252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,679 miles (+109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    71,679 miles
    Test number
    645105075506
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail71,570 miles (+10,113)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,570 miles
    Test number
    525657152477
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass61,457 miles (+9,200)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,457 miles
    Test number
    415908179202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,257 miles (+7,639)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,257 miles
    Test number
    663053379381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,618 miles (+7,646)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,618 miles
    Test number
    319394087848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,972 miles (+8,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,972 miles
    Test number
    856660475195
    • NoteTo clean to record smoke test

  16. Pass28,344 miles (+4,539)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    28,344 miles
    Test number
    997757364179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,805 miles
    Test number
    348876173115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,805 miles (+4,563)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,805 miles
    Test number
    836130173150
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Pass19,242 miles (+3,767)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,242 miles
    Test number
    387114872199
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass15,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,475 miles
    Test number
    876778371156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 GKV

Does LB08 GKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 GKV is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GKV?
The MOT on LB08 GKV is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 GKV done?
LB08 GKV was recorded at 148,658 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 9,030 miles a year.
Has LB08 GKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GKV has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 GKV 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 GKV find?
LB08 GKV passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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