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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LB08 XNNMOT history

LB08 XNN is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2026
Mileage
149,499 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 XNN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 XNN was last recorded at 149,499 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 9,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Apr 2013: 39,741 miles, lower than 66,290 miles on 30 Apr 2012.

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
139,583 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
9,916 miles
Average per year
9,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,499 miles
  • 2024 – 139,583 miles
  • 2023 – 132,479 miles
  • 2022 – 126,650 miles
  • 2021 – 119,355 miles
  • 2020 – 114,440 miles
  • 2019 – 106,460 miles
  • 2018 – 96,656 miles
  • 2017 – 89,898 miles
  • 2016 – 79,314 miles
  • 2015 – 64,990 miles
  • 2014 – 51,079 miles
  • 2013 – 39,741 miles
  • 2012 – 66,290 miles
  • 2011 – 20,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,499 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,499 miles (+9,916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    149,499 miles
    Test number
    709735887853
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))

  2. Pass139,583 miles (+7,104)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    139,583 miles
    Test number
    209500975179
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass132,479 miles (+5,829)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    132,479 miles
    Test number
    697568682889
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass126,650 miles (+7,295)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    126,650 miles
    Test number
    740029608165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass119,355 miles (+4,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    119,355 miles
    Test number
    615556183855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass114,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,440 miles
    Test number
    376950404976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail114,440 miles (+7,980)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,440 miles
    Test number
    326721962925
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass106,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,460 miles
    Test number
    588581239715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail106,451 miles (+9,795)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,451 miles
    Test number
    381275847843
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass96,656 miles (+6,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    96,656 miles
    Test number
    102871195398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass89,898 miles (+10,584)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,898 miles
    Test number
    973622008928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,314 miles (+14,324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    79,314 miles
    Test number
    778765220910
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted obscuring some items

  13. Pass64,990 miles (+13,911)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,990 miles
    Test number
    317870015116
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass51,079 miles (+11,338)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,079 miles
    Test number
    247695414468
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass39,741 miles (-26,549)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,741 miles
    Test number
    877762713121
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail66,290 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,290 miles
    Test number
    375721222157
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass66,290 miles (+46,029)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,290 miles
    Test number
    657801622166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    20,261 miles
    Test number
    726047441111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 XNN

Does LB08 XNN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 XNN expired on 11 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 XNN?
The MOT on LB08 XNN expired on 11 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 XNN done?
LB08 XNN was recorded at 149,499 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 9,093 miles a year.
Has LB08 XNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 XNN has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on LB08 XNN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Apr 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 XNN find?
LB08 XNN passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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