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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 SOAMOT history

LB08 SOA is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Jun 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 132,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jun 2023
Mileage
132,721 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SOA
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 expired on 19 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 SOA was last recorded at 132,721 miles on 20 Jun 2022, 7,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,151 miles · 26 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
7,570 miles
Average per year
8,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,721 miles
  • 2019 – 125,151 miles
  • 2018 – 120,718 miles
  • 2017 – 113,316 miles
  • 2016 – 108,078 miles
  • 2015 – 99,705 miles
  • 2014 – 88,995 miles
  • 2012 – 58,158 miles
  • 2011 – 37,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,721 miles
  • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust flexi areaRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,721 miles (+7,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    132,721 miles
    Test number
    413797999547
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust flexi area

  2. Pass125,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    125,151 miles
    Test number
    558025759145
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust flexi area

  3. Fail125,151 miles (+4,433)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,151 miles
    Test number
    255661480137
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust flexi area

  4. Pass120,718 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    120,718 miles
    Test number
    290544215215
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  5. Fail120,718 miles (+7,402)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,718 miles
    Test number
    433572781190
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  6. Pass113,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    113,316 miles
    Test number
    785889517103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,316 miles (+5,238)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,316 miles
    Test number
    821525400069
    • Repaired at testFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  8. Pass108,078 miles (+8,373)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    108,078 miles
    Test number
    363743206288
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipes (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  9. Pass99,705 miles (+10,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    99,705 miles
    Test number
    295139954023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass88,995 miles (+12,220)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,995 miles
    Test number
    917314254334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,775 miles (+18,617)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,775 miles
    Test number
    768756214048
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge close to ply,cords

  12. Pass58,158 miles (+16,737)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,158 miles
    Test number
    369833942304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,421 miles (+4,331)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    41,421 miles
    Test number
    677813902094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,090 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,090 miles
    Test number
    928932561186
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSmall cuts to o/s/r tyre tread

Questions about LB08 SOA

Does LB08 SOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 SOA expired on 19 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SOA?
The MOT on LB08 SOA expired on 19 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 SOA done?
LB08 SOA was recorded at 132,721 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2022, an average of 8,674 miles a year.
Has LB08 SOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SOA has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on LB08 SOA 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 SOA find?
LB08 SOA passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2022 with 1 advisory: slight blow on exhaust flexi area.

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