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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,997 cc

LB08 ZFNMOT history

LB08 ZFN is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2024 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 172,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2024
Mileage
172,389 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2023
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ZFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ZFN was last recorded at 172,389 miles on 1 Aug 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,385 miles · 27 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
8,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 172,389 miles
  • 2022 – 163,849 miles
  • 2021 – 153,912 miles
  • 2020 – 146,515 miles
  • 2019 – 141,507 miles
  • 2018 – 128,738 miles
  • 2017 – 125,238 miles
  • 2016 – 123,521 miles
  • 2015 – 117,713 miles
  • 2014 – 112,654 miles
  • 2013 – 104,802 miles
  • 2012 – 92,049 miles
  • 2011 – 74,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,389 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,389 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    172,389 miles
    Test number
    694584592910
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail172,385 miles (+8,536)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,385 miles
    Test number
    945968426278
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass163,849 miles (+2)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    163,849 miles
    Test number
    607249497107
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail163,847 miles (+9,935)1 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,847 miles
    Test number
    246764721223
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass153,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    153,912 miles
    Test number
    941103945686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail153,912 miles (+7,397)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,912 miles
    Test number
    985583016104
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  7. Pass146,515 miles (+5,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    146,515 miles
    Test number
    260299050629
    • AdvisoryO/s/r shocker damp-o/s/r and n/s/r suspension arm bushes have slight play-n/s/f tyre worn on edge
  8. Pass141,507 miles (+12,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,507 miles
    Test number
    293195414400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever almost at top of travel
  9. Pass128,738 miles (+3,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    128,738 miles
    Test number
    417919135956
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass125,238 miles (+1,717)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    125,238 miles
    Test number
    207639964958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,521 miles (+5,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    123,521 miles
    Test number
    312446222480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbing (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass117,713 miles (+5,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    117,713 miles
    Test number
    335052905275
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass112,654 miles (+7,852)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    112,654 miles
    Test number
    747032704248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,802 miles (+12,753)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    104,802 miles
    Test number
    278887513205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,049 miles (+17,574)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    92,049 miles
    Test number
    496087682181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,475 miles
    Test number
    128949371163
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB08 ZFN

Does LB08 ZFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 ZFN expired on 5 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ZFN?
The MOT on LB08 ZFN expired on 5 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 ZFN done?
LB08 ZFN was recorded at 172,389 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2023, an average of 8,097 miles a year.
Has LB08 ZFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ZFN has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 ZFN 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 ZFN find?
LB08 ZFN passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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