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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TFEMOT history

LB08 TFE is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
93,148 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TFE
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
7 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TFE was last recorded at 93,148 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 12,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,666 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
12,482 miles
Average per year
5,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,148 miles
  • 2024 – 80,666 miles
  • 2023 – 72,485 miles
  • 2022 – 67,555 miles
  • 2021 – 67,087 miles
  • 2019 – 66,154 miles
  • 2018 – 64,600 miles
  • 2017 – 60,808 miles
  • 2016 – 59,311 miles
  • 2015 – 51,382 miles
  • 2014 – 40,032 miles
  • 2013 – 32,395 miles
  • 2012 – 25,062 miles
  • 2011 – 19,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,148 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • O/s and n/s rear tyres worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,148 miles (+12,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    93,148 miles
    Test number
    533178001710
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass80,666 miles (+2,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    80,666 miles
    Test number
    606733250659
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front very slight deterioration (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass77,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    77,735 miles
    Test number
    950579456734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail77,735 miles (+5,250)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,735 miles
    Test number
    238358112234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass72,485 miles (+4,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,485 miles
    Test number
    162126534613
    • AdvisoryWASHERS FROZEN

  6. Pass67,555 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,555 miles
    Test number
    547358199636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,520 miles (+433)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,520 miles
    Test number
    476155784621
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam SIDELIGHT (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam SIDELIGHT (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass67,087 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    67,087 miles
    Test number
    916489698648
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear tyres worn on inner edge

  9. Fail67,087 miles (+933)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,087 miles
    Test number
    110983376808
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear tyres worn on inner edge

  10. Pass66,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,154 miles
    Test number
    696219390744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,154 miles (+1,554)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,154 miles
    Test number
    120393472436
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass64,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,600 miles
    Test number
    736670256336
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail64,600 miles (+3,792)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,600 miles
    Test number
    247629898775
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDiff noise

  14. Pass60,808 miles (+1,497)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,808 miles
    Test number
    364549264999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,311 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,311 miles
    Test number
    798418231289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,228 miles (+7,846)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,228 miles
    Test number
    711450528258
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass51,382 miles (+11,350)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,382 miles
    Test number
    589518995135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,032 miles (+7,637)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,032 miles
    Test number
    928507524101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    32,395 miles
    Test number
    746031923151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,395 miles (+7,333)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,395 miles
    Test number
    968261623184
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass25,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,062 miles
    Test number
    575244652181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,062 miles (+5,276)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,062 miles
    Test number
    377154252190
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass19,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    19,786 miles
    Test number
    747488571157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TFE

Does LB08 TFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 TFE is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TFE?
The MOT on LB08 TFE is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 TFE done?
LB08 TFE was recorded at 93,148 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 5,047 miles a year.
Has LB08 TFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TFE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 TFE 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 TFE find?
LB08 TFE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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