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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

LB08 TMYMOT history

LB08 TMY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 96,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2024
Mileage
96,999 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TMY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TMY was last recorded at 96,999 miles on 5 Jan 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,998 miles · 20 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,999 miles
  • 2022 – 96,998 miles
  • 2021 – 94,178 miles
  • 2020 – 91,454 miles
  • 2019 – 88,078 miles
  • 2018 – 72,253 miles
  • 2017 – 65,041 miles
  • 2016 – 56,098 miles
  • 2014 – 41,570 miles
  • 2013 – 25,037 miles
  • 2012 – 22,188 miles
  • 2011 – 15,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,999 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Nuts corroded away securing downpipes to centre section (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both inner pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,999 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,999 miles
    Test number
    942762423706
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Nuts corroded away securing downpipes to centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both inner pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail96,998 miles (+2,820)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,998 miles
    Test number
    423366825281
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer edge worn to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Hub lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Hub lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Nuts corroded away securing downpipes to centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both inner pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,178 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,178 miles
    Test number
    917153029735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail94,173 miles (+2,719)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,173 miles
    Test number
    575559124409
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.84 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits 6.26 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 559 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad w/light on

  5. Pass91,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,454 miles
    Test number
    729730206967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail91,454 miles (+3,376)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,454 miles
    Test number
    257370867663
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.966 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits engine misfiring at idle from cold (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits co 1.18 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear park brake squeals when applied

  7. Pass88,078 miles (+5,684)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,078 miles
    Test number
    665055132023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,394 miles (+10,141)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,394 miles
    Test number
    337148369844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,253 miles (+7,212)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,253 miles
    Test number
    417721082428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,041 miles (+8,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,041 miles
    Test number
    527523452085
    • AdvisoryBody under covers fitted restricting view of some components

  11. Pass56,098 miles (+14,528)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    56,098 miles
    Test number
    167139364570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,570 miles (+16,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,570 miles
    Test number
    238956274062
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

  13. Pass25,037 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    25,037 miles
    Test number
    889268253043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,188 miles
    Test number
    159595672113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail22,188 miles (+6,472)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,188 miles
    Test number
    377125572160
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass15,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,716 miles
    Test number
    215823731145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail15,716 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,716 miles
    Test number
    588813131161
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB08 TMY

Does LB08 TMY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 TMY expired on 4 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TMY?
The MOT on LB08 TMY expired on 4 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 TMY done?
LB08 TMY was recorded at 96,999 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2023, an average of 6,977 miles a year.
Has LB08 TMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TMY has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 TMY 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 TMY find?
LB08 TMY passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2023 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nuts corroded away securing downpipes to centre section; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both inner pads worn; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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