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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LC08 MYVMOT history

LC08 MYV is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 166,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2024.

LC08 MYV black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2025
Mileage
166,215 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 MYV
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
1 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 MYV was last recorded at 166,215 miles on 3 Dec 2024, 9,162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,053 miles · 15 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
9,162 miles
Average per year
6,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 166,215 miles
  • 2023 – 157,053 miles
  • 2022 – 155,136 miles
  • 2021 – 152,844 miles
  • 2020 – 145,616 miles
  • 2019 – 140,301 miles
  • 2018 – 137,228 miles
  • 2017 – 133,716 miles
  • 2016 – 128,681 miles
  • 2015 – 123,485 miles
  • 2014 – 115,610 miles
  • 2013 – 111,157 miles
  • 2012 – 99,999 miles
  • 2011 – 74,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,215 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass166,215 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    166,215 miles
    Test number
    325012992508
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail166,215 miles (+9,162)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,215 miles
    Test number
    890997637400
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,053 miles (+1,917)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    157,053 miles
    Test number
    817079284617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass155,136 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    155,136 miles
    Test number
    846508517734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass152,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    152,844 miles
    Test number
    584014342216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail152,844 miles (+7,228)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,844 miles
    Test number
    670707323184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass145,616 miles (+5,315)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    145,616 miles
    Test number
    554264465762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @minimum (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @minimum (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass140,301 miles (+3,073)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,301 miles
    Test number
    777802718041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass137,228 miles (+3,512)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    137,228 miles
    Test number
    601441644828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,716 miles (+5,035)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    133,716 miles
    Test number
    259560403019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,681 miles (+5,196)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    128,681 miles
    Test number
    647110852464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,485 miles (+7,875)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    123,485 miles
    Test number
    407052345110
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass115,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    115,610 miles
    Test number
    879854834181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,610 miles (+4,453)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,610 miles
    Test number
    319754934120
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass111,157 miles (+137)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    111,157 miles
    Test number
    709726713169
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail111,020 miles (+11,021)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,020 miles
    Test number
    458332213113
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass99,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    99,999 miles
    Test number
    109001322158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail99,999 miles (+25,956)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,999 miles
    Test number
    786201922102
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass74,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,043 miles
    Test number
    725966931123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 MYV

Does LC08 MYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 MYV expired on 14 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 MYV?
The MOT on LC08 MYV expired on 14 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 MYV done?
LC08 MYV was recorded at 166,215 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2024, an average of 6,801 miles a year.
Has LC08 MYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 MYV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LC08 MYV 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 LC08 MYV find?
LC08 MYV passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both, and 1 more.

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