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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 WAUMOT history

LB08 WAU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 119,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2026
Mileage
119,218 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 WAU
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
26 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 WAU was last recorded at 119,218 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Aug 2020: 114,056 miles, lower than 120,259 miles on 1 Mar 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,496 miles · 17 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
722 miles
Average per year
6,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,218 miles
  • 2023 – 118,496 miles
  • 2022 – 116,708 miles
  • 2021 – 114,989 miles
  • 2020 – 114,059 miles
  • 2019 – 120,259 miles
  • 2018 – 105,819 miles
  • 2017 – 99,431 miles
  • 2016 – 87,927 miles
  • 2015 – 77,393 miles
  • 2014 – 65,792 miles
  • 2013 – 53,337 miles
  • 2012 – 40,302 miles
  • 2011 – 28,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,218 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,218 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    119,218 miles
    Test number
    301567069155
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail119,211 miles (+715)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,211 miles
    Test number
    877742928406
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,496 miles (+1,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    118,496 miles
    Test number
    186690261333
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass116,708 miles (+1,719)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    116,708 miles
    Test number
    819812649190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,989 miles (+930)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    114,989 miles
    Test number
    245990994203
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  6. Pass114,059 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,059 miles
    Test number
    168301550423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail114,056 miles (-6,203)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,056 miles
    Test number
    372870186840
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass120,259 miles (+14,440)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    120,259 miles
    Test number
    540774668537
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted at time of test

  9. Pass105,819 miles (+6,388)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,819 miles
    Test number
    754022947853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,431 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    99,431 miles
    Test number
    431410868461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,430 miles (+89)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,430 miles
    Test number
    438659894235
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  12. Fail99,341 miles (+11,414)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,341 miles
    Test number
    763422246947
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySill and under trays fitted so resisted access to components

  13. Pass87,927 miles (+10,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    87,927 miles
    Test number
    583559938801
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to go bald on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing upper (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass77,393 miles (+11,601)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,393 miles
    Test number
    717055175138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass65,792 miles (+12,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,792 miles
    Test number
    236601074175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass53,337 miles (+13,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,337 miles
    Test number
    885451373185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass40,302 miles (+11,550)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,302 miles
    Test number
    226176462189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,752 miles
    Test number
    298771271446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 WAU

Does LB08 WAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 WAU expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 WAU?
The MOT on LB08 WAU expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 WAU done?
LB08 WAU was recorded at 119,218 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 6,342 miles a year.
Has LB08 WAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 WAU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 WAU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 WAU find?
LB08 WAU passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside, and 4 more.

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