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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 XMMMOT history

LB08 XMM is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 95,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
95,029 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 XMM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 XMM was last recorded at 95,029 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,027 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,029 miles
  • 2025 – 94,472 miles
  • 2024 – 87,200 miles
  • 2022 – 84,147 miles
  • 2021 – 77,507 miles
  • 2019 – 73,914 miles
  • 2017 – 64,424 miles
  • 2016 – 58,299 miles
  • 2015 – 48,078 miles
  • 2014 – 41,112 miles
  • 2013 – 34,577 miles
  • 2012 – 28,022 miles
  • 2011 – 21,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,029 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between hoses (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between hoses (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,029 miles (+2)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    95,029 miles
    Test number
    312292097544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail95,027 miles (+555)1 dangerous10 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,027 miles
    Test number
    670942522528
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail94,472 miles (+7,272)2 dangerous8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,472 miles
    Test number
    553082635818
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (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))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass87,200 miles (+3,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    87,200 miles
    Test number
    253613622842
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass84,147 miles (+6,640)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    84,147 miles
    Test number
    893976392712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,507 miles (+3,593)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,507 miles
    Test number
    192216817070
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass73,914 miles (+4,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,914 miles
    Test number
    379662693517
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass69,561 miles (+5,137)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,561 miles
    Test number
    520315822956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,424 miles (+6,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,424 miles
    Test number
    726794862713
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing inside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread little cracked (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass58,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,299 miles
    Test number
    484706135789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,299 miles (+10,221)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,299 miles
    Test number
    606741527691
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)
  12. Pass48,078 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,078 miles
    Test number
    806696395194
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Fail48,075 miles (+6,963)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,075 miles
    Test number
    507256695137
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass41,112 miles (+6,535)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,112 miles
    Test number
    437150164128
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass34,577 miles (+6,555)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,577 miles
    Test number
    686918653158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,022 miles (+6,507)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,022 miles
    Test number
    205252142111
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges
  17. Pass21,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,515 miles
    Test number
    295252571169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 XMM

Does LB08 XMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 XMM is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 XMM?
The MOT on LB08 XMM is valid until 20 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 XMM done?
LB08 XMM was recorded at 95,029 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 5,040 miles a year.
Has LB08 XMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 XMM has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 XMM 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 XMM find?
LB08 XMM passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 15 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front nail in tyre; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 12 more.

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