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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 GLFMOT history

LB08 GLF is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 157,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2025
Mileage
157,950 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GLF was last recorded at 157,950 miles on 25 Jan 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,950 miles · 23 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,950 miles
  • 2023 – 147,792 miles
  • 2022 – 138,944 miles
  • 2021 – 131,596 miles
  • 2019 – 121,892 miles
  • 2018 – 119,350 miles
  • 2017 – 116,785 miles
  • 2016 – 115,137 miles
  • 2015 – 113,645 miles
  • 2014 – 110,121 miles
  • 2013 – 107,525 miles
  • 2012 – 88,712 miles
  • 2011 – 69,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,950 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Brake pads close to wear sensor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre wearing inner edge (225/35-19)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre wearing inner edge - STRONG ADVISE (255/30-19)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,950 miles
    Test number
    861137181295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  2. Fail157,950 miles (+10,158)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,950 miles
    Test number
    808110628677
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  3. Pass147,792 miles (+8,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    147,792 miles
    Test number
    562088490226
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass138,944 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    138,944 miles
    Test number
    694979722984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail138,940 miles (+7,344)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,940 miles
    Test number
    472368388623
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass131,596 miles (+172)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    131,596 miles
    Test number
    507165358880
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads close to wear sensor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing inner edge (225/35-19)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing inner edge - STRONG ADVISE (255/30-19)
  7. Fail131,424 miles (+9,532)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,424 miles
    Test number
    654481742506
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads close to wear sensor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing inner edge (225/35-19)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing inner edge - STRONG ADVISE (255/30-19)
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass121,892 miles (+2,542)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,892 miles
    Test number
    965004393063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,350 miles (+2,565)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,350 miles
    Test number
    453565880325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,785 miles (+1,648)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    116,785 miles
    Test number
    725631817073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,137 miles (+1,492)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,137 miles
    Test number
    296985773569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,645 miles (+3,524)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,645 miles
    Test number
    588348995168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,121 miles (+2,596)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,121 miles
    Test number
    748576994157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,525 miles (+18,813)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    107,525 miles
    Test number
    395950813252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,712 miles (+19,501)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    88,712 miles
    Test number
    899214982112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre splits on edge of tread
  16. Pass69,211 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,211 miles
    Test number
    316214091177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Fail69,211 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,211 miles
    Test number
    507444191124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB08 GLF

Does LB08 GLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 GLF expired on 20 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GLF?
The MOT on LB08 GLF expired on 20 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 GLF done?
LB08 GLF was recorded at 157,950 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2024, an average of 7,078 miles a year.
Has LB08 GLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GLF has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 GLF 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 GLF find?
LB08 GLF passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside rear nail in tyre.

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