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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 ZFEMOT history

LB08 ZFE is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 118,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2025
Mileage
118,142 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ZFE
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
8 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ZFE was last recorded at 118,142 miles on 6 Sept 2024, 3,274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,868 miles · 6 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
3,274 miles
Average per year
6,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,142 miles
  • 2023 – 114,868 miles
  • 2022 – 105,344 miles
  • 2021 – 101,718 miles
  • 2020 – 101,314 miles
  • 2019 – 96,619 miles
  • 2018 – 86,672 miles
  • 2017 – 81,508 miles
  • 2016 – 73,811 miles
  • 2015 – 66,120 miles
  • 2014 – 56,512 miles
  • 2013 – 48,012 miles
  • 2012 – 37,212 miles
  • 2011 – 26,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,142 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s+ o/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s rear suspension arms bushes slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front brake hose slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,142 miles (+3,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,142 miles
    Test number
    874545710957
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s+ o/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s rear suspension arms bushes slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,868 miles (+9,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    114,868 miles
    Test number
    757951606552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass105,344 miles (+3,626)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,344 miles
    Test number
    405405160759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,718 miles (+404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,718 miles
    Test number
    798027844757
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass101,314 miles (+4,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    101,314 miles
    Test number
    953816273985
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass96,619 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,619 miles
    Test number
    227135247144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))

  7. Fail96,619 miles (+9,947)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,619 miles
    Test number
    465425492904
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))

  8. Pass86,672 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,672 miles
    Test number
    586860348664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose slightly perished

  9. Fail86,668 miles (+5,160)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,668 miles
    Test number
    161090671962
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose slightly perished

  10. Pass81,508 miles (+7,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,508 miles
    Test number
    447097844188
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass73,811 miles (+238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,811 miles
    Test number
    388854944357
    • AdvisoryEngine under trays fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips through swept area of windscreen

  12. Fail73,573 miles (+7,453)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,573 miles
    Test number
    647261332314
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed and tyre appears to be flat (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryEngine under trays fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips through swept area of windscreen
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  13. Pass66,120 miles (+9,608)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,120 miles
    Test number
    308540215202
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass56,512 miles (+8,500)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,512 miles
    Test number
    369337224232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBaby seats fitted Nearside/Offside rear - Could not inspect adult seat belts 100%.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSerious oil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass48,012 miles (+192)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    48,012 miles
    Test number
    439414633296
    • NoteThe front tyres are very slightly worn on the outside edges

  16. Fail47,820 miles (+10,608)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,820 miles
    Test number
    759527323218
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteThe front tyres are very slightly worn on the outside edges

  17. Pass37,212 miles (+10,938)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,212 miles
    Test number
    245508722247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,274 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,274 miles
    Test number
    177320891129
    • NoteDampness around offside front caliper but no leaks visible

  19. Fail26,274 miles2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,274 miles
    Test number
    987140191147
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteDampness around offside front caliper but no leaks visible

Questions about LB08 ZFE

Does LB08 ZFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 ZFE expired on 8 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ZFE?
The MOT on LB08 ZFE expired on 8 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 ZFE done?
LB08 ZFE was recorded at 118,142 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2024, an average of 6,979 miles a year.
Has LB08 ZFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ZFE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on LB08 ZFE 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 ZFE find?
LB08 ZFE passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s+ o/s front; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s rear suspension arms bushes slightly deteriorated.

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