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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TGZMOT history

LB08 TGZ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2025
Mileage
121,652 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TGZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TGZ was last recorded at 121,652 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,632 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
7,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,652 miles
  • 2023 – 116,874 miles
  • 2022 – 110,690 miles
  • 2021 – 108,967 miles
  • 2020 – 107,091 miles
  • 2019 – 101,946 miles
  • 2018 – 101,934 miles
  • 2017 – 84,970 miles
  • 2016 – 79,317 miles
  • 2014 – 68,862 miles
  • 2013 – 58,451 miles
  • 2012 – 36,305 miles
  • 2011 – 22,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,652 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,652 miles (+20)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,652 miles
    Test number
    466567296553
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail121,632 miles (+4,758)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,632 miles
    Test number
    264784831524
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged edge has cut all the way round from spring contact but not down to the cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components showing general corrosion

  3. Pass116,874 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,874 miles
    Test number
    123909832290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail116,873 miles (+6,183)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,873 miles
    Test number
    665714030622
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass110,690 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,690 miles
    Test number
    146443591047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,967 miles
    Test number
    286492389245
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail108,967 miles (+1,876)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,967 miles
    Test number
    178045082948
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass107,091 miles (+5,145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,091 miles
    Test number
    997538773679
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass101,946 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    101,946 miles
    Test number
    938370099549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,936 miles (+2)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,936 miles
    Test number
    166153854678
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Fail101,934 miles (+7,418)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,934 miles
    Test number
    483585214305
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFull undertrays fitted

  12. Pass94,516 miles (+9,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,516 miles
    Test number
    959549301559
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass84,970 miles (+5,653)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    84,970 miles
    Test number
    841815577000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,317 miles (+10,455)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,317 miles
    Test number
    209559044183
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass68,862 miles (+10,400)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,862 miles
    Test number
    987112864334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,462 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,462 miles
    Test number
    845739604080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,451 miles (+5,549)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,451 miles
    Test number
    489830133403
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass52,902 miles (+16,597)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,902 miles
    Test number
    635852983041
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass36,305 miles (+14,190)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    36,305 miles
    Test number
    249654182067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,115 miles
    Test number
    867323081064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TGZ

Does LB08 TGZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 TGZ expired on 26 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TGZ?
The MOT on LB08 TGZ expired on 26 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 TGZ done?
LB08 TGZ was recorded at 121,652 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 7,276 miles a year.
Has LB08 TGZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TGZ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 TGZ 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 TGZ find?
LB08 TGZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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