BMW 3 Series
Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc
LB08 ZPTMOT history
LB08 ZPT is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 157,734 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 31 Oct 2026
- Mileage
- 157,734 mi
- At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 18
- 15 passed · 3 failed
- Per year
- 9,917 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB08 ZPT
- 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
- 15 Jul 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 1 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB08 ZPT was last recorded at 157,734 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 157,734 miles · 30 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 9,917 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 157,734 miles
- 2024 – 151,500 miles
- 2023 – 136,131 miles
- 2022 – 120,097 miles
- 2021 – 112,866 miles
- 2019 – 100,478 miles
- 2018 – 80,226 miles
- 2017 – 57,575 miles
- 2016 – 45,762 miles
- 2015 – 36,855 miles
- 2014 – 28,764 miles
- 2013 – 23,778 miles
- 2012 – 19,794 miles
- 2011 – 15,730 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass157,734 miles
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower rear arm inner boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F + N/S/R
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged tread distorted - 205/55/16
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
18 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass157,734 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 157,734 miles
- Test number
- 712533731185
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower rear arm inner boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- 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))
Fail157,734 miles (+6,234)2 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,734 miles
- Test number
- 320642027233
- DangerousNearside Front 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))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower rear arm inner boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- 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))
Pass151,500 miles (+146)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 151,500 miles
- Test number
- 903378906135
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F + N/S/R (5.2.3 (e))
Fail151,354 miles (+15,223)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,354 miles
- Test number
- 372362643174
- MajorNearside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F + N/S/R (5.2.3 (e))
Pass136,131 miles (+137)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 136,131 miles
- Test number
- 942644402180
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged tread distorted - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged tread distorted - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail135,994 miles (+15,897)4 major1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,994 miles
- Test number
- 911358409633
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged tread distorted - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged tread distorted - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass120,097 miles (+7,231)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 120,097 miles
- Test number
- 637464723356
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass112,866 miles (+12,388)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 112,866 miles
- Test number
- 170268134015
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass100,478 miles (+20,252)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 100,478 miles
- Test number
- 423369220290
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass80,226 miles (+22,651)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 80,226 miles
- Test number
- 601059196386
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,575 miles (+11,813)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 57,575 miles
- Test number
- 404207028946
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass45,762 miles (+8,907)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 45,762 miles
- Test number
- 886945441373
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass36,855 miles (+8,091)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 36,855 miles
- Test number
- 309125695170
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteSide sills covered, unable to inspect
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass28,764 miles (+423)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 28,764 miles
- Test number
- 827279864292
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,341 miles (+4,563)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 28,341 miles
- Test number
- 289472104229
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,778 miles (+3,984)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 23,778 miles
- Test number
- 819366703267
- 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)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass19,794 miles (+4,064)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 19,794 miles
- Test number
- 238381972126
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass15,730 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 15,730 miles
- Test number
- 438829481122
- NoteBoth front tyres worn badly on edges.
Questions about LB08 ZPT
- Does LB08 ZPT currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 ZPT is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LB08 ZPT?
- The MOT on LB08 ZPT is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB08 ZPT done?
- LB08 ZPT was recorded at 157,734 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 9,917 miles a year.
- Has LB08 ZPT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB08 ZPT has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on LB08 ZPT 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 ZPT find?
- LB08 ZPT passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower rear arm inner boot; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush, and 2 more.
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