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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 YWMMOT history

LB08 YWM is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 138,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
138,744 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YWM
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
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YWM was last recorded at 138,744 miles on 30 Sept 2025, 1,636 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,108 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,636 miles
Average per year
7,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,744 miles
  • 2024 – 137,108 miles
  • 2023 – 135,240 miles
  • 2022 – 124,724 miles
  • 2021 – 121,443 miles
  • 2019 – 111,915 miles
  • 2018 – 104,449 miles
  • 2017 – 99,172 miles
  • 2016 – 92,126 miles
  • 2015 – 80,579 miles
  • 2014 – 65,602 miles
  • 2012 – 47,370 miles
  • 2011 – 34,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,744 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 reaction bushes are soft

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Both front brake hoses are perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,744 miles (+1,636)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    138,744 miles
    Test number
    680569827344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass137,108 miles (+1,868)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    137,108 miles
    Test number
    650130528747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass135,240 miles (+10,516)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    135,240 miles
    Test number
    286590399764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,724 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    124,724 miles
    Test number
    618058031851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,443 miles (+9,528)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2022
    Odometer
    121,443 miles
    Test number
    918574188900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,915 miles (+7,466)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,915 miles
    Test number
    333628514555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,449 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    104,449 miles
    Test number
    261751560021
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are low of tread 2mm
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
  8. Fail104,449 miles (+5,277)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,449 miles
    Test number
    486863820687
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are low of tread 2mm
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
  9. Pass99,172 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,172 miles
    Test number
    819269854943
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are getting low
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock has slight oil residue
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft dougnut is perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
  10. Fail99,172 miles (+7,046)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,172 miles
    Test number
    643085212067
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view Wing mirror glass smashed (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are getting low
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock has slight oil residue
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft dougnut is perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
  11. Pass92,126 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,126 miles
    Test number
    677530198673
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are perished
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock has oil residue
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft doughnut is perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
  12. Fail92,126 miles (+11,547)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,126 miles
    Test number
    697501076841
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are perished
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock has oil residue
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft doughnut is perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
  13. Pass80,579 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,579 miles
    Test number
    528823485182
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake hoses are perished
    • NoteFront tyres are low and wearing on edges
  14. Fail80,579 miles (+14,977)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,579 miles
    Test number
    459642985152
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake hoses are perished
    • NoteFront tyres are low and wearing on edges
  15. Pass65,602 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,602 miles
    Test number
    886713604036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail65,602 miles (+18,232)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,602 miles
    Test number
    735213804087
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass47,370 miles (+13,290)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,370 miles
    Test number
    798022712268
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges
  18. Pass34,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,080 miles
    Test number
    645630811220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 YWM

Does LB08 YWM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 YWM expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YWM?
The MOT on LB08 YWM expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 YWM done?
LB08 YWM was recorded at 138,744 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2025, an average of 7,384 miles a year.
Has LB08 YWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YWM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LB08 YWM 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 YWM find?
LB08 YWM passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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