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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LC08 ORZMOT history

LC08 ORZ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 76,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LC08 ORZ grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,219 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 ORZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 ORZ was last recorded at 76,219 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 6,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,033 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,186 miles
Average per year
3,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,219 miles
  • 2025 – 70,033 miles
  • 2024 – 66,190 miles
  • 2022 – 60,422 miles
  • 2021 – 55,221 miles
  • 2020 – 49,671 miles
  • 2019 – 47,691 miles
  • 2018 – 44,630 miles
  • 2017 – 41,255 miles
  • 2016 – 31,111 miles
  • 2015 – 27,705 miles
  • 2014 – 23,924 miles
  • 2013 – 22,513 miles
  • 2012 – 20,101 miles
  • 2011 – 17,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,219 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule joint.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule joint.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear around sub-frame mounting corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,219 miles (+6,186)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,219 miles
    Test number
    943197292080
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass70,033 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    70,033 miles
    Test number
    319822703919
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail70,030 miles (+3,840)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,030 miles
    Test number
    651563946782
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass66,190 miles (+5,768)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,190 miles
    Test number
    834042076350
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass60,422 miles (+5,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    60,422 miles
    Test number
    520820225853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre wall have cut close to cord.

  6. Pass55,221 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,221 miles
    Test number
    348290483030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule joint. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule joint. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear around sub-frame mounting corroded.

  7. Fail55,211 miles (+5,540)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,211 miles
    Test number
    961182754858
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm measured by triangle. (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule joint. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above 1.6mm and outer treads worn. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule joint. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and treads just above 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear around sub-frame mounting corroded.

  8. Pass49,671 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    49,671 miles
    Test number
    446023009299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,691 miles (+3,061)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,691 miles
    Test number
    452294527785
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass44,630 miles (+3,375)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    44,630 miles
    Test number
    530892898004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,255 miles (+6,353)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    41,255 miles
    Test number
    504873121955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,902 miles (+462)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    34,902 miles
    Test number
    216049300795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,440 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,440 miles
    Test number
    479439743468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,111 miles (+3,406)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,111 miles
    Test number
    861798087868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,705 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,705 miles
    Test number
    848632075034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,924 miles (+1,411)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    23,924 miles
    Test number
    387177124114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,513 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    22,513 miles
    Test number
    958223233115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail22,512 miles (+2,411)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,512 miles
    Test number
    847850033189
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass20,101 miles (+2,724)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,101 miles
    Test number
    567647902158
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing on edge & starting to crack
    • NoteN/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass17,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    17,377 miles
    Test number
    648171001141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 ORZ

Does LC08 ORZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 ORZ is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 ORZ?
The MOT on LC08 ORZ is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 ORZ done?
LC08 ORZ was recorded at 76,219 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 3,941 miles a year.
Has LC08 ORZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 ORZ has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LC08 ORZ 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 ORZ find?
LC08 ORZ passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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