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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 HKEMOT history

LB08 HKE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 137,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
137,360 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 HKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 HKE was last recorded at 137,360 miles on 30 Sept 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,355 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,360 miles
  • 2024 – 129,519 miles
  • 2023 – 121,954 miles
  • 2022 – 118,498 miles
  • 2021 – 113,816 miles
  • 2020 – 111,901 miles
  • 2019 – 109,741 miles
  • 2018 – 106,091 miles
  • 2017 – 96,139 miles
  • 2016 – 92,045 miles
  • 2015 – 81,366 miles
  • 2013 – 66,352 miles
  • 2012 – 52,757 miles
  • 2011 – 40,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,360 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both absorbers (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass137,360 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    137,360 miles
    Test number
    310987964162
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail137,355 miles (+7,836)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,355 miles
    Test number
    247778943715
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2 x tyres 255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass129,519 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    129,519 miles
    Test number
    534147953782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,954 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    121,954 miles
    Test number
    431282201997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail121,930 miles (+3,432)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,930 miles
    Test number
    249535367774
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light not working

  6. Pass118,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    118,498 miles
    Test number
    104596857881
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail118,498 miles (+4,682)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,498 miles
    Test number
    316069472811
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass113,816 miles (+1,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    113,816 miles
    Test number
    580375179667
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass111,901 miles (+2,160)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,901 miles
    Test number
    997089520869
    • AdvisoryFront Discs heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Disc heavily corroded. Big surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Pass109,741 miles (+3,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,741 miles
    Test number
    447976828687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Pass106,091 miles (+9,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,091 miles
    Test number
    108006002269
    • 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))

  12. Pass96,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    96,139 miles
    Test number
    225362297189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,139 miles (+4,094)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,139 miles
    Test number
    602681479265
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass92,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,045 miles
    Test number
    962689517175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail92,045 miles (+10,679)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,045 miles
    Test number
    403339001791
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass81,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,366 miles
    Test number
    307717778931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,366 miles (+15,014)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,366 miles
    Test number
    176355825206
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass66,352 miles (+13,595)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,352 miles
    Test number
    345992353410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,757 miles (+11,917)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,757 miles
    Test number
    547846852276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,840 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,840 miles
    Test number
    386115961448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,827 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,827 miles
    Test number
    315433821455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,630 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,630 miles
    Test number
    248191971156
    • NoteN/s door mirror glass is missing

Questions about LB08 HKE

Does LB08 HKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 HKE expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 HKE?
The MOT on LB08 HKE expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 HKE done?
LB08 HKE was recorded at 137,360 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2025, an average of 6,844 miles a year.
Has LB08 HKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 HKE has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 HKE 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 HKE find?
LB08 HKE passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both absorbers.

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