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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TFFMOT history

LB08 TFF is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 108,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
108,144 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TFF
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
1 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TFF was last recorded at 108,144 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 4,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,869 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,275 miles
Average per year
6,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,144 miles
  • 2025 – 103,869 miles
  • 2024 – 100,106 miles
  • 2023 – 97,004 miles
  • 2022 – 89,363 miles
  • 2021 – 68,676 miles
  • 2019 – 63,107 miles
  • 2018 – 58,933 miles
  • 2017 – 52,474 miles
  • 2016 – 46,730 miles
  • 2015 – 38,683 miles
  • 2014 – 32,109 miles
  • 2013 – 27,207 miles
  • 2012 – 23,760 miles
  • 2011 – 20,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,144 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Covers fitted to underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Engine warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,144 miles (+4,275)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    108,144 miles
    Test number
    342595795175
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass103,869 miles (+3,763)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,869 miles
    Test number
    717597661469
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray and covers fitted

  3. Pass100,106 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,106 miles
    Test number
    506633848814
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seat starting to perish / crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail100,106 miles (+3,102)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,106 miles
    Test number
    340009663737
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seat starting to perish / crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass97,004 miles (+7,641)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,004 miles
    Test number
    660863640940
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass89,363 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,363 miles
    Test number
    315595311775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail89,355 miles (+20,679)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,355 miles
    Test number
    676447370989
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass68,676 miles (+5,569)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,676 miles
    Test number
    974015751733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,107 miles (+4,174)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,107 miles
    Test number
    852126145479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,933 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    58,933 miles
    Test number
    352060619509
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail58,931 miles (+6,457)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,931 miles
    Test number
    263587590421
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on

  12. Pass52,474 miles (+5,744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,474 miles
    Test number
    690705481291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass46,730 miles (+8,047)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,730 miles
    Test number
    659768671672
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle

  14. Pass38,683 miles (+6,574)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,683 miles
    Test number
    807619855113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,109 miles
    Test number
    387740474116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,109 miles (+4,902)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,109 miles
    Test number
    449847064161
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass27,207 miles (+3,447)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    27,207 miles
    Test number
    177797223179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low on inner edges

  18. Pass23,760 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,760 miles
    Test number
    137573422192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    20,153 miles
    Test number
    787448671167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TFF

Does LB08 TFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 TFF is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TFF?
The MOT on LB08 TFF is valid until 11 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 TFF done?
LB08 TFF was recorded at 108,144 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 6,049 miles a year.
Has LB08 TFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TFF has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 TFF 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 TFF find?
LB08 TFF passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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