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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LB08 WECMOT history

LB08 WEC is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,016 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 WEC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 WEC was last recorded at 97,016 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,984 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
5,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,016 miles
  • 2024 – 93,121 miles
  • 2023 – 90,501 miles
  • 2022 – 88,073 miles
  • 2021 – 85,939 miles
  • 2020 – 84,527 miles
  • 2019 – 82,895 miles
  • 2018 – 80,100 miles
  • 2017 – 76,894 miles
  • 2015 – 59,012 miles
  • 2014 – 47,740 miles
  • 2013 – 35,400 miles
  • 2012 – 27,010 miles
  • 2011 – 21,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,016 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear upper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,016 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,016 miles
    Test number
    629661512060
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail96,984 miles (+3,863)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,984 miles
    Test number
    874627569921
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,121 miles (+2,620)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    93,121 miles
    Test number
    626541367785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,501 miles (+2,428)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,501 miles
    Test number
    467448334410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,073 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,073 miles
    Test number
    652347511921
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,061 miles (+2,122)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,061 miles
    Test number
    326970450211
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass85,939 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,939 miles
    Test number
    263086333332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,527 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,527 miles
    Test number
    301262791230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,895 miles (+2,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,895 miles
    Test number
    456502241939
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber leaking

  10. Pass80,100 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,100 miles
    Test number
    465177578402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,894 miles (+4,026)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,894 miles
    Test number
    809507460531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,868 miles (+13,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,868 miles
    Test number
    674756495218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush pin/bush at hub (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush pin/bush at hub (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass59,012 miles (+11,272)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    59,012 miles
    Test number
    343971207433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,740 miles (+12,340)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,740 miles
    Test number
    446500454341
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass35,400 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    35,400 miles
    Test number
    439970053480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,205 miles (+7,195)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,205 miles
    Test number
    697508823237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,010 miles (+5,491)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    27,010 miles
    Test number
    365188222296
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly low from inner and outer edges

  18. Pass21,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    21,519 miles
    Test number
    907158241227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 WEC

Does LB08 WEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 WEC is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 WEC?
The MOT on LB08 WEC is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 WEC done?
LB08 WEC was recorded at 97,016 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 5,256 miles a year.
Has LB08 WEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 WEC has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 WEC 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 WEC find?
LB08 WEC passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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