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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 OPVMOT history

LB08 OPV is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 139,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2024
Mileage
139,570 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 OPV
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
16 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 OPV was last recorded at 139,570 miles on 7 Feb 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,568 miles · 6 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,570 miles
  • 2022 – 126,988 miles
  • 2021 – 120,230 miles
  • 2020 – 107,085 miles
  • 2019 – 98,099 miles
  • 2018 – 94,281 miles
  • 2017 – 88,491 miles
  • 2016 – 81,500 miles
  • 2014 – 72,132 miles
  • 2013 – 64,466 miles
  • 2012 – 51,573 miles
  • 2011 – 38,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,570 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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,570 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    139,570 miles
    Test number
    317304082750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail139,568 miles (+12,580)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,568 miles
    Test number
    749407860977
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass126,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,988 miles
    Test number
    566433827536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail126,987 miles (+6,757)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,987 miles
    Test number
    130882043803
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBody panel insecure underside cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass120,230 miles (+13,145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,230 miles
    Test number
    615242108670
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,085 miles (+8,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,085 miles
    Test number
    107473685836
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass98,099 miles (+3,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    98,099 miles
    Test number
    243007155722
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass94,281 miles (+5,790)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,281 miles
    Test number
    287184238801
    • AdvisoryO/s/f jacking point missing
    • AdvisorySigns of grease around rear driveshaft cv gaiters
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light on

  9. Pass88,491 miles (+6,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,491 miles
    Test number
    266867604863
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle restricting the view of some testable items

  10. Pass81,500 miles (+9,368)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,500 miles
    Test number
    296957495035
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass72,132 miles (+7,666)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,132 miles
    Test number
    435522744330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass64,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,466 miles
    Test number
    409336333404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,466 miles (+12,893)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,466 miles
    Test number
    228996933313
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass51,573 miles (+159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    51,573 miles
    Test number
    215142432345
    • 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)

  15. Fail51,414 miles (+13,082)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,414 miles
    Test number
    399137022354
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWindows have a dark tint film applied

  16. Pass38,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,332 miles
    Test number
    708251161155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 OPV

Does LB08 OPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 OPV expired on 6 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 OPV?
The MOT on LB08 OPV expired on 6 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 OPV done?
LB08 OPV was recorded at 139,570 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2023, an average of 8,680 miles a year.
Has LB08 OPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 OPV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 OPV 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 OPV find?
LB08 OPV passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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