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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 ZPWMOT history

LB08 ZPW is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 174,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2024
Mileage
174,385 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ZPW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ZPW was last recorded at 174,385 miles on 6 Nov 2023, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,379 miles · 3 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
11,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 174,385 miles
  • 2022 – 160,856 miles
  • 2021 – 148,218 miles
  • 2020 – 136,853 miles
  • 2019 – 109,980 miles
  • 2018 – 104,382 miles
  • 2017 – 95,001 miles
  • 2016 – 85,769 miles
  • 2015 – 75,409 miles
  • 2014 – 65,106 miles
  • 2013 – 55,007 miles
  • 2012 – 46,014 miles
  • 2011 – 35,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,385 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,385 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    174,385 miles
    Test number
    327985258049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail174,379 miles (+13,523)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,379 miles
    Test number
    756615512907
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  3. Pass160,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    160,856 miles
    Test number
    217414664735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail160,856 miles (+12,638)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,856 miles
    Test number
    118629486625
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

  5. Pass148,218 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,218 miles
    Test number
    765069231890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake hose slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer brake hose slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear road wheels slightly damaged

  6. Fail148,203 miles (+11,350)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,203 miles
    Test number
    953701872952
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))

  7. Pass136,853 miles (+26,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,853 miles
    Test number
    746422902992
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass109,980 miles (+5,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,980 miles
    Test number
    105117293641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass104,382 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,382 miles
    Test number
    986992424654
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Fail104,382 miles (+9,381)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,382 miles
    Test number
    975683147723
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass95,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,001 miles
    Test number
    225140681513
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are deformed.

  12. Fail95,001 miles (+9,232)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,001 miles
    Test number
    745960963115
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are deformed.

  13. Pass85,769 miles (+10,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,769 miles
    Test number
    969932932206
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass75,409 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    75,409 miles
    Test number
    697998695121
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail75,409 miles (+10,303)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,409 miles
    Test number
    149266595126
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass65,106 miles (+10,099)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,106 miles
    Test number
    146509904226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,007 miles
    Test number
    357462713462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,007 miles (+8,993)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,007 miles
    Test number
    696702013264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass46,014 miles (+10,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,014 miles
    Test number
    655614082188
    • 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)

  20. Pass35,102 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,102 miles
    Test number
    245834251495
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB08 ZPW

Does LB08 ZPW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 ZPW expired on 5 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ZPW?
The MOT on LB08 ZPW expired on 5 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 ZPW done?
LB08 ZPW was recorded at 174,385 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2023, an average of 11,208 miles a year.
Has LB08 ZPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ZPW has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 ZPW 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 ZPW find?
LB08 ZPW passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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