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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LB08 PVEMOT history

LB08 PVE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 77,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
77,603 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 PVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 PVE was last recorded at 77,603 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,600 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,603 miles
  • 2025 – 75,356 miles
  • 2024 – 70,416 miles
  • 2023 – 59,633 miles
  • 2022 – 58,628 miles
  • 2020 – 57,211 miles
  • 2018 – 52,544 miles
  • 2017 – 48,221 miles
  • 2016 – 42,315 miles
  • 2015 – 37,218 miles
  • 2014 – 31,123 miles
  • 2013 – 25,073 miles
  • 2012 – 18,817 miles
  • 2011 – 13,971 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,603 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged strong advise (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front arch liner missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted and slightly loose front engine trayRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,603 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    77,603 miles
    Test number
    346512160464
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged strong advise (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted and slightly loose front engine tray

  2. Fail77,600 miles (+2,244)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,600 miles
    Test number
    166457983694
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn center arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective sharp edges (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged strong advise (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted and slightly loose front engine tray

  3. Pass75,356 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    75,356 miles
    Test number
    483005362063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,416 miles (+10,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    288509069742
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,633 miles (+1,005)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,633 miles
    Test number
    652660464155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass58,628 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    58,628 miles
    Test number
    325339586987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,211 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,211 miles
    Test number
    631148594892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,144 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,144 miles
    Test number
    702958495894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,544 miles (+4,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    52,544 miles
    Test number
    323189323839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass48,221 miles (+5,906)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,221 miles
    Test number
    871420990873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,315 miles (+5,097)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,315 miles
    Test number
    828328596353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,218 miles
    Test number
    279427775482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,218 miles (+6,095)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,218 miles
    Test number
    448626375122
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass31,123 miles (+6,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    31,123 miles
    Test number
    847488974171
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass25,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    25,073 miles
    Test number
    439432783137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,073 miles (+6,256)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,073 miles
    Test number
    878829073123
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

  17. Pass18,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    18,817 miles
    Test number
    275712652443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail18,817 miles (+4,846)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,817 miles
    Test number
    568600952184
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake reserve travel at maximum.

  19. Pass13,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    13,971 miles
    Test number
    989501761194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail13,971 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,971 miles
    Test number
    238520661498
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyres getting low on tread..

Questions about LB08 PVE

Does LB08 PVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 PVE is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 PVE?
The MOT on LB08 PVE is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 PVE done?
LB08 PVE was recorded at 77,603 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,218 miles a year.
Has LB08 PVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 PVE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 PVE 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 PVE find?
LB08 PVE passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged strong advise; offside front tyre slightly damaged sidewall; offside front arch liner missing, and 2 more.

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