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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,171 cc

LC08 ORXMOT history

LC08 ORX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 146,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2022.

LC08 ORX 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 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
146,284 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2022
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 ORX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 ORX was last recorded at 146,284 miles on 20 Oct 2022, 726 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,558 miles · 21 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
726 miles
Average per year
7,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,284 miles
  • 2021 – 145,558 miles
  • 2019 – 144,360 miles
  • 2017 – 133,820 miles
  • 2016 – 117,677 miles
  • 2015 – 98,035 miles
  • 2014 – 91,983 miles
  • 2013 – 81,707 miles
  • 2012 – 70,306 miles
  • 2011 – 55,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,284 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,284 miles (+726)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    146,284 miles
    Test number
    350830866267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass145,558 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,558 miles
    Test number
    110247593248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail145,552 miles (+1,192)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,552 miles
    Test number
    754939950412
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass144,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    144,360 miles
    Test number
    551011232897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail144,360 miles (+10,540)5 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,360 miles
    Test number
    204951183157
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,820 miles (+16,143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    133,820 miles
    Test number
    660665072206
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  7. Pass117,677 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    117,677 miles
    Test number
    757798272268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cut but not through to cords

  8. Fail117,677 miles (+19,642)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,677 miles
    Test number
    351193530947
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cut but not through to cords

  9. Pass98,035 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,035 miles
    Test number
    225114135437
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail98,035 miles (+81)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,035 miles
    Test number
    258271735103
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail97,954 miles (+5,971)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,954 miles
    Test number
    325231915133
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass91,983 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,983 miles
    Test number
    605896084143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,820 miles (+10,113)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,820 miles
    Test number
    276247344124
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass81,707 miles (+11,401)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    81,707 miles
    Test number
    498311253123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,306 miles (+14,500)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    70,306 miles
    Test number
    188538432107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,806 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,806 miles
    Test number
    369543921118
    • NoteN/s/f jacking pad missing
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Questions about LC08 ORX

Does LC08 ORX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 ORX expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 ORX?
The MOT on LC08 ORX expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 ORX done?
LC08 ORX was recorded at 146,284 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2022, an average of 7,891 miles a year.
Has LC08 ORX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 ORX has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LC08 ORX 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 ORX find?
LC08 ORX passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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