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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 ZGNMOT history

LB08 ZGN is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2024 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 153,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2024
Mileage
153,160 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2023
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ZGN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ZGN was last recorded at 153,160 miles on 19 Jan 2023, 857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 May 2014: 11,219 miles, lower than 110,213 miles on 13 May 2014.

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
152,303 miles · 2 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
857 miles
Average per year
7,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,160 miles
  • 2021 – 152,303 miles
  • 2020 – 150,645 miles
  • 2019 – 148,955 miles
  • 2018 – 145,339 miles
  • 2017 – 140,143 miles
  • 2016 – 132,930 miles
  • 2015 – 121,754 miles
  • 2014 – 11,219 miles
  • 2013 – 98,393 miles
  • 2012 – 85,916 miles
  • 2011 – 67,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,160 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated ALL (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,160 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    153,160 miles
    Test number
    656963665488
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated ALL (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle covers fitted unable to see certain testable items
  2. Fail153,160 miles (+857)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,160 miles
    Test number
    709327169123
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated ALL (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle covers fitted unable to see certain testable items
  3. Pass152,303 miles (+66)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    152,303 miles
    Test number
    746700087470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail152,237 miles (+1,592)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,237 miles
    Test number
    574262499028
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass150,645 miles (+1,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    150,645 miles
    Test number
    153955981699
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass148,955 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    148,955 miles
    Test number
    417936200075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail148,950 miles (+3,611)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,950 miles
    Test number
    174487203727
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass145,339 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    145,339 miles
    Test number
    847655303801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail145,314 miles (+5,171)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,314 miles
    Test number
    326389095430
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slightly play
  10. Pass140,143 miles (+7,213)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    140,143 miles
    Test number
    839426354312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass132,930 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    132,930 miles
    Test number
    169378119793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,828 miles (+11,074)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,828 miles
    Test number
    285880764228
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass121,754 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    121,754 miles
    Test number
    407585655140
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  14. Fail121,754 miles (+110,535)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,754 miles
    Test number
    187934555148
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  15. Pass11,219 miles (-98,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    11,219 miles
    Test number
    345286634162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  16. Fail110,213 miles (+11,820)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,213 miles
    Test number
    849483234151
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass98,393 miles (+12,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,393 miles
    Test number
    896378173068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass85,916 miles (+18,505)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    85,916 miles
    Test number
    657010372153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass67,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,411 miles
    Test number
    586941881170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,411 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,411 miles
    Test number
    509691681195
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LB08 ZGN

Does LB08 ZGN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 ZGN expired on 18 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ZGN?
The MOT on LB08 ZGN expired on 18 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 ZGN done?
LB08 ZGN was recorded at 153,160 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2023, an average of 7,420 miles a year.
Has LB08 ZGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ZGN has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 ZGN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 ZGN find?
LB08 ZGN passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2023 with 6 advisories: bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated; brake hose slightly deteriorated all; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated, and 3 more.

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