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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LC08 ORSMOT history

LC08 ORS is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Jun 2023 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 128,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2022.

LC08 ORS 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 4 Jun 2023
Mileage
128,509 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2022
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 ORS
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 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
13 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 ORS was last recorded at 128,509 miles on 13 May 2022, 10,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
118,296 miles · 14 May 2021
Between the last two tests
10,213 miles
Average per year
9,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 128,509 miles
  • 2021 – 118,296 miles
  • 2020 – 112,550 miles
  • 2019 – 104,806 miles
  • 2018 – 92,035 miles
  • 2017 – 80,336 miles
  • 2016 – 73,388 miles
  • 2015 – 65,898 miles
  • 2014 – 55,902 miles
  • 2013 – 44,054 miles
  • 2012 – 34,376 miles
  • 2011 – 22,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,509 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,509 miles (+10,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    128,509 miles
    Test number
    946750290783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass118,296 miles (+5,746)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    118,296 miles
    Test number
    112642387664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,550 miles (+7,744)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    112,550 miles
    Test number
    172183300957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,806 miles (+12,771)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    104,806 miles
    Test number
    835447808652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,035 miles (+11,699)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,035 miles
    Test number
    578696719389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,336 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,336 miles
    Test number
    339189452134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  7. Fail80,336 miles (+6,948)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,336 miles
    Test number
    455492855416
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass73,388 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,388 miles
    Test number
    325320662380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  9. Fail73,388 miles (+7,490)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,388 miles
    Test number
    371324795520
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  10. Pass65,898 miles (+9,996)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,898 miles
    Test number
    488401275180
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn

  11. Pass55,902 miles (+11,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,902 miles
    Test number
    228178274142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass44,054 miles (+9,678)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,054 miles
    Test number
    977419973105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,376 miles (+12,170)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,376 miles
    Test number
    947016092194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,206 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,206 miles
    Test number
    247201501211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    20,935 miles
    Test number
    769918001140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 ORS

Does LC08 ORS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 ORS expired on 4 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 ORS?
The MOT on LC08 ORS expired on 4 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 ORS done?
LC08 ORS was recorded at 128,509 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2022, an average of 9,718 miles a year.
Has LC08 ORS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 ORS has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on LC08 ORS 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 ORS find?
LC08 ORS passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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