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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

LB08 TLYMOT history

LB08 TLY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 50,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
50,955 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TLY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TLY was last recorded at 50,955 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 6,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,116 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,839 miles
Average per year
2,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,955 miles
  • 2025 – 44,116 miles
  • 2024 – 40,500 miles
  • 2023 – 36,518 miles
  • 2022 – 29,354 miles
  • 2021 – 28,623 miles
  • 2020 – 28,152 miles
  • 2019 – 26,786 miles
  • 2018 – 24,593 miles
  • 2017 – 23,218 miles
  • 2016 – 21,580 miles
  • 2015 – 20,334 miles
  • 2014 – 19,493 miles
  • 2013 – 18,894 miles
  • 2012 – 16,789 miles
  • 2011 – 12,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,955 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,955 miles (+6,839)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    713868600906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass44,116 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    44,116 miles
    Test number
    454638472328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass40,500 miles (+3,982)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    40,500 miles
    Test number
    938298409084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass36,518 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    36,518 miles
    Test number
    792156172411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail36,500 miles (+7,146)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,500 miles
    Test number
    677322790096
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryEngine appears to have a slight misfire, further investigation required.
    • AdvisoryStruggled to achieve Lambda emissions limits

  6. Pass29,354 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    29,354 miles
    Test number
    854690424925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass28,623 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    28,623 miles
    Test number
    163290382806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,152 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    28,152 miles
    Test number
    757804349065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,786 miles (+2,193)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    26,786 miles
    Test number
    609444627091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,593 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    24,593 miles
    Test number
    577976941223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,218 miles (+1,638)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    23,218 miles
    Test number
    846097689120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,580 miles (+1,246)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    21,580 miles
    Test number
    171253165380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,334 miles (+841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    20,334 miles
    Test number
    287604565151
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  14. Pass19,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    19,493 miles
    Test number
    216788954145
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail19,493 miles (+599)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,493 miles
    Test number
    319218054104
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail18,894 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,894 miles
    Test number
    627922073123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but still easy to read
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on outer edges

  17. Pass18,894 miles (+2,105)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    18,894 miles
    Test number
    846822073109
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but still easy to read
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on outer edges

  18. Pass16,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,789 miles
    Test number
    808102472185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail16,789 miles (+4,623)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,789 miles
    Test number
    935271472185
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass12,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    12,166 miles
    Test number
    775581261163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TLY

Does LB08 TLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 TLY is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TLY?
The MOT on LB08 TLY is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 TLY done?
LB08 TLY was recorded at 50,955 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 2,567 miles a year.
Has LB08 TLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TLY has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 TLY 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 TLY find?
LB08 TLY passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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