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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 SMVMOT history

LB08 SMV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 48,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
48,398 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 SMV was last recorded at 48,398 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 10,245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
38,153 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,245 miles
Average per year
2,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,398 miles
  • 2025 – 38,153 miles
  • 2024 – 27,579 miles
  • 2023 – 24,031 miles
  • 2022 – 22,536 miles
  • 2021 – 19,290 miles
  • 2020 – 16,947 miles
  • 2019 – 16,200 miles
  • 2018 – 14,860 miles
  • 2017 – 14,583 miles
  • 2016 – 14,306 miles
  • 2015 – 13,619 miles
  • 2014 – 9,729 miles
  • 2013 – 7,548 miles
  • 2012 – 5,714 miles
  • 2011 – 5,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,398 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryLong travel on the parking brake lever
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also bald on the outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also worn on the inner edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also bald on the outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also worn on the inner edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,398 miles (+10,245)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    48,398 miles
    Test number
    583777827248
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong travel on the parking brake lever
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also bald on the outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also worn on the inner edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also bald on the outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is also worn on the inner edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass38,153 miles (+10,574)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    38,153 miles
    Test number
    200757359415
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads are wearing on the outer edges of the tread
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads are wearing on the inner edges of the tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass27,579 miles (+3,548)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    27,579 miles
    Test number
    971920006994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass24,031 miles (+1,495)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    24,031 miles
    Test number
    153466859564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass22,536 miles (+3,246)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    22,536 miles
    Test number
    987000626332
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lip on disc. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass19,290 miles (+2,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    19,290 miles
    Test number
    463048223983
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass16,947 miles (+747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    16,947 miles
    Test number
    740307113831
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass16,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    16,200 miles
    Test number
    528273383821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail16,200 miles (+1,340)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,200 miles
    Test number
    210079073568
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass14,860 miles (+277)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    14,860 miles
    Test number
    774389325046
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  11. Pass14,583 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    14,583 miles
    Test number
    563127390985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass14,306 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    14,306 miles
    Test number
    952906723292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,619 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    13,619 miles
    Test number
    655329455158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass9,729 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    9,729 miles
    Test number
    505513564150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass7,548 miles (+1,834)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    7,548 miles
    Test number
    535590073173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass5,714 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    5,714 miles
    Test number
    277087372447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass5,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    5,095 miles
    Test number
    955216481151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 SMV

Does LB08 SMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 SMV is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SMV?
The MOT on LB08 SMV is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 SMV done?
LB08 SMV was recorded at 48,398 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 2,941 miles a year.
Has LB08 SMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SMV has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LB08 SMV 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 SMV find?
LB08 SMV passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; long travel on the parking brake lever; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 5 more.

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