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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TZGMOT history

LB08 TZG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
87,649 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TZG
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
19 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TZG was last recorded at 87,649 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,060 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
589 miles
Average per year
4,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,649 miles
  • 2025 – 87,060 miles
  • 2024 – 84,583 miles
  • 2023 – 82,483 miles
  • 2022 – 80,200 miles
  • 2021 – 78,470 miles
  • 2020 – 76,506 miles
  • 2019 – 74,612 miles
  • 2018 – 71,641 miles
  • 2017 – 64,138 miles
  • 2016 – 59,096 miles
  • 2015 – 52,949 miles
  • 2014 – 35,489 miles
  • 2013 – 30,442 miles
  • 2012 – 25,115 miles
  • 2011 – 18,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,649 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both front brake hoses perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Near side front tyre near lmit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Off side front tyre on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,649 miles (+589)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    851497870568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,060 miles (+2,477)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    87,060 miles
    Test number
    757170885396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,583 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    84,583 miles
    Test number
    921665859478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,483 miles (+2,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    82,483 miles
    Test number
    389373188015
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,200 miles (+1,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    80,200 miles
    Test number
    662174473356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass78,470 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,470 miles
    Test number
    928366827694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail78,470 miles (+1,964)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,470 miles
    Test number
    834586694904
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass76,506 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,506 miles
    Test number
    414254081476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,612 miles (+2,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,612 miles
    Test number
    116680662888
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

  10. Pass71,641 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,641 miles
    Test number
    844560849828
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre near lmit
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre on limit

  11. Fail71,640 miles (+7,502)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,640 miles
    Test number
    948885324100
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryFront 225/45/18
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre near lmit
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryRear 255/35/18 run flat

  12. Pass64,138 miles (+5,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,138 miles
    Test number
    307540459580
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underbody components

  13. Pass59,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,096 miles
    Test number
    691361166429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,096 miles (+6,147)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,096 miles
    Test number
    714189398187
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.35mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  15. Pass52,949 miles (+17,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,949 miles
    Test number
    765143312703
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass35,489 miles (+5,047)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    35,489 miles
    Test number
    836379684141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,442 miles (+5,327)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,442 miles
    Test number
    808180173161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,115 miles (+6,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,115 miles
    Test number
    607768252160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass18,171 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,171 miles
    Test number
    827762771122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail18,161 miles1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,161 miles
    Test number
    499991261118
    • DangerousRear brake pad's worn
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB08 TZG

Does LB08 TZG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 TZG is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TZG?
The MOT on LB08 TZG is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 TZG done?
LB08 TZG was recorded at 87,649 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 4,549 miles a year.
Has LB08 TZG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TZG has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LB08 TZG 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 TZG find?
LB08 TZG passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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