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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 GNJMOT history

LB08 GNJ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 70,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
70,897 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GNJ was last recorded at 70,897 miles on 8 Apr 2025, 2,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,533 miles · 5 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,364 miles
Average per year
3,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,897 miles
  • 2024 – 68,533 miles
  • 2023 – 64,309 miles
  • 2022 – 59,332 miles
  • 2021 – 55,596 miles
  • 2020 – 53,422 miles
  • 2019 – 48,165 miles
  • 2018 – 45,057 miles
  • 2017 – 43,569 miles
  • 2016 – 42,122 miles
  • 2015 – 40,056 miles
  • 2014 – 36,811 miles
  • 2012 – 31,940 miles
  • 2011 – 25,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,897 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front chip on windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,897 miles (+2,364)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,897 miles
    Test number
    316914304229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass68,533 miles (+4,224)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    68,533 miles
    Test number
    774561387130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,309 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    64,309 miles
    Test number
    442497615228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail64,308 miles (+4,976)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,308 miles
    Test number
    514164928772
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass59,332 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    59,332 miles
    Test number
    486745950556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    55,596 miles
    Test number
    320821237017
    • AdvisoryFront chip on windscreen

  7. Fail55,596 miles (+2,174)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,596 miles
    Test number
    434467437028
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront chip on windscreen

  8. Pass53,422 miles (+5,257)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    984272652001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass48,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    48,165 miles
    Test number
    723200762225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,165 miles (+3,108)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,165 miles
    Test number
    432845708854
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working Both sides (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass45,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,057 miles
    Test number
    226756698939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,057 miles (+1,488)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,057 miles
    Test number
    707070201844
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass43,569 miles (+1,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    43,569 miles
    Test number
    304390395835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass42,122 miles (+2,066)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    42,122 miles
    Test number
    900717851286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass40,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,056 miles
    Test number
    145629855036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail40,056 miles (+3,245)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,056 miles
    Test number
    998535855061
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail36,811 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,811 miles
    Test number
    168149854035
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  18. Pass36,811 miles (+4,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,811 miles
    Test number
    419969654072
    • 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)

  19. Pass31,940 miles (+6,560)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,940 miles
    Test number
    879697652276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    25,380 miles
    Test number
    256045541217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 GNJ

Does LB08 GNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 GNJ expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GNJ?
The MOT on LB08 GNJ expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 GNJ done?
LB08 GNJ was recorded at 70,897 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2025, an average of 3,347 miles a year.
Has LB08 GNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GNJ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 GNJ 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 GNJ find?
LB08 GNJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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