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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 ZFYMOT history

LB08 ZFY is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 181,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
181,454 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ZFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ZFY was last recorded at 181,454 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 4,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,725 miles · 3 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,729 miles
Average per year
7,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,454 miles
  • 2024 – 176,725 miles
  • 2023 – 172,446 miles
  • 2022 – 167,597 miles
  • 2021 – 162,811 miles
  • 2020 – 157,772 miles
  • 2019 – 147,208 miles
  • 2018 – 143,460 miles
  • 2017 – 134,879 miles
  • 2016 – 128,213 miles
  • 2015 – 119,978 miles
  • 2014 – 109,377 miles
  • 2013 – 99,079 miles
  • 2012 – 88,727 miles
  • 2011 – 70,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,454 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears corroded under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside headlamp bracket cracked, lamp secure
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower, leading arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTPMS warning lamp on

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,454 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    181,454 miles
    Test number
    329769770640
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears corroded under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp bracket cracked, lamp secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower, leading arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning lamp on

  2. Fail181,454 miles (+4,729)1 major1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,454 miles
    Test number
    785525081249
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front lens, deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears corroded under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp bracket cracked, lamp secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower, leading arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning lamp on

  3. Pass176,725 miles (+10)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    176,725 miles
    Test number
    270200026678
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail176,715 miles (+4,269)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,715 miles
    Test number
    242498527003
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass172,446 miles (+4,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    172,446 miles
    Test number
    495957716227
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake recorded very little effort at wheel

  6. Pass167,597 miles (+4,786)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    167,597 miles
    Test number
    869867006994
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small cut (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass162,811 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    162,811 miles
    Test number
    902407140731
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail162,810 miles (+5,038)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,810 miles
    Test number
    563597589599
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened frame bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened frame bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass157,772 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    157,772 miles
    Test number
    531634037958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broke but exhaust still secure

  10. Fail157,772 miles (+10,564)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,772 miles
    Test number
    244844116219
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broke but exhaust still secure

  11. Pass147,208 miles (+3,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    147,208 miles
    Test number
    451333124969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass143,460 miles (+8,581)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    143,460 miles
    Test number
    600333662661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass134,879 miles (+6,666)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    134,879 miles
    Test number
    187016618415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass128,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    128,213 miles
    Test number
    837045911039
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber shrouds insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  15. Fail128,213 miles (+8,235)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,213 miles
    Test number
    856017126851
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure brackets broken (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber shrouds insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  16. Pass119,978 miles (+10,601)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    119,978 miles
    Test number
    652989471326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,377 miles (+10,298)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,377 miles
    Test number
    707771234253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,079 miles (+10,352)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,079 miles
    Test number
    618394693188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,727 miles (+18,584)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    88,727 miles
    Test number
    519624082115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,143 miles
    Test number
    149826081182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB08 ZFY

Does LB08 ZFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 ZFY is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ZFY?
The MOT on LB08 ZFY is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 ZFY done?
LB08 ZFY was recorded at 181,454 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 7,553 miles a year.
Has LB08 ZFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ZFY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 ZFY 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 ZFY find?
LB08 ZFY passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted, and 9 more.

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