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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 VZNMOT history

LB08 VZN is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2026 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 191,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2026
Mileage
191,962 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2025
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VZN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VZN was last recorded at 191,962 miles on 26 Feb 2025, 4,836 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,126 miles · 20 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
4,836 miles
Average per year
11,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 191,962 miles
  • 2024 – 187,126 miles
  • 2022 – 172,757 miles
  • 2021 – 152,209 miles
  • 2020 – 134,278 miles
  • 2019 – 117,626 miles
  • 2018 – 98,176 miles
  • 2017 – 93,259 miles
  • 2016 – 80,474 miles
  • 2015 – 68,618 miles
  • 2014 – 62,853 miles
  • 2013 – 51,632 miles
  • 2012 – 40,405 miles
  • 2011 – 30,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,962 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass191,962 miles (+4,836)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    191,962 miles
    Test number
    573496466585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass187,126 miles (+14,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    187,126 miles
    Test number
    702698862723
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,757 miles (+20,548)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    172,757 miles
    Test number
    151550557088
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,209 miles (+17,931)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    152,209 miles
    Test number
    858064955626
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass134,278 miles (+16,652)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,278 miles
    Test number
    374271814355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,626 miles (+19,450)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,626 miles
    Test number
    911279115372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,176 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    98,176 miles
    Test number
    984213290145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,159 miles (+4,900)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,159 miles
    Test number
    693587441469
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass93,259 miles (+12,785)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,259 miles
    Test number
    655019705332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,474 miles (+11,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,474 miles
    Test number
    594880780346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and bold on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and bold on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass68,618 miles (+5,765)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,618 miles
    Test number
    148082775053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,853 miles (+11,221)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,853 miles
    Test number
    125856354173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly low on inner & outer tread
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  13. Pass51,632 miles (+11,227)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,632 miles
    Test number
    128634853136
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  14. Pass40,405 miles (+9,814)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,405 miles
    Test number
    538376242176
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass30,591 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,591 miles
    Test number
    207881171496
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB08 VZN

Does LB08 VZN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 VZN expired on 25 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VZN?
The MOT on LB08 VZN expired on 25 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 VZN done?
LB08 VZN was recorded at 191,962 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2025, an average of 11,788 miles a year.
Has LB08 VZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VZN has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LB08 VZN 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 VZN find?
LB08 VZN passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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