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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TBOMOT history

LB08 TBO is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 120,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
120,945 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TBO was last recorded at 120,945 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 11,308 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,637 miles · 6 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
11,308 miles
Average per year
5,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,945 miles
  • 2022 – 109,637 miles
  • 2020 – 101,519 miles
  • 2019 – 98,010 miles
  • 2018 – 95,590 miles
  • 2017 – 89,497 miles
  • 2016 – 80,791 miles
  • 2015 – 66,044 miles
  • 2013 – 62,389 miles
  • 2012 – 55,183 miles
  • 2011 – 37,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,945 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 255/35/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,945 miles (+11,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    120,945 miles
    Test number
    987117034684
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Pass109,637 miles (+273)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    109,637 miles
    Test number
    681433946701
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail109,364 miles (+7,845)3 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,364 miles
    Test number
    356815194545
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured cracked through repair weld (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative switch not attached to suspension (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass101,519 miles (+3,509)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,519 miles
    Test number
    738005000649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,010 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,010 miles
    Test number
    528312074622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 255/35/18
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail97,974 miles (+2,384)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,974 miles
    Test number
    694171037099
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEX PIPE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 255/35/18
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass95,590 miles (+6,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,590 miles
    Test number
    972659398659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE 255/35/18 RSC (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass89,497 miles (+8,706)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    89,497 miles
    Test number
    310000247959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,791 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    80,791 miles
    Test number
    308618869504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,787 miles (+14,743)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,787 miles
    Test number
    142161661617
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  11. Pass66,044 miles (+3,655)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,044 miles
    Test number
    108516765027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,389 miles (+7,206)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,389 miles
    Test number
    778205293218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,183 miles (+17,569)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,183 miles
    Test number
    328473502431
    • NoteChip in screen
  14. Pass37,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,614 miles
    Test number
    615251331263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TBO

Does LB08 TBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 TBO is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TBO?
The MOT on LB08 TBO is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 TBO done?
LB08 TBO was recorded at 120,945 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 5,571 miles a year.
Has LB08 TBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TBO has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 TBO 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 TBO find?
LB08 TBO passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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