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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,494 cc

LC08 OSVMOT history

LC08 OSV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 95,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

LC08 OSV black 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 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
95,111 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 OSV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 OSV was last recorded at 95,111 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,102 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,111 miles
  • 2025 – 93,030 miles
  • 2024 – 91,122 miles
  • 2023 – 88,736 miles
  • 2022 – 84,224 miles
  • 2021 – 81,842 miles
  • 2020 – 78,416 miles
  • 2019 – 74,580 miles
  • 2018 – 70,648 miles
  • 2017 – 64,892 miles
  • 2016 – 57,706 miles
  • 2015 – 51,312 miles
  • 2014 – 43,692 miles
  • 2013 – 38,591 miles
  • 2012 – 33,092 miles
  • 2011 – 27,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,111 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,111 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    95,111 miles
    Test number
    122885476957
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail95,102 miles (+2,072)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,102 miles
    Test number
    819122677146
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,030 miles
    Test number
    429660237780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail93,030 miles (+1,908)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,030 miles
    Test number
    310925439930
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

  5. Pass91,122 miles (+2,386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    91,122 miles
    Test number
    367725366982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,736 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,736 miles
    Test number
    659890979271
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail88,735 miles (+4,511)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,735 miles
    Test number
    261432307965
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass84,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,224 miles
    Test number
    203590375204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,223 miles (+2,381)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,223 miles
    Test number
    965882344135
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass81,842 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,842 miles
    Test number
    548455986725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,840 miles (+3,424)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,840 miles
    Test number
    374507690564
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass78,416 miles (+3,836)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    78,416 miles
    Test number
    459263049840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,580 miles
    Test number
    419160474303
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  14. Fail74,579 miles (+3,931)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,579 miles
    Test number
    724465074795
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  15. Pass70,648 miles (+5,756)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,648 miles
    Test number
    175294187291
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass64,892 miles (+7,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,892 miles
    Test number
    760710524040
    • AdvisoryFront wiper balds rubber worn but still clears the screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge 225/45/17

  17. Pass57,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,706 miles
    Test number
    870704510455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,705 miles (+6,393)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,705 miles
    Test number
    908344556613
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass51,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    51,312 miles
    Test number
    247763715437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,309 miles (+7,617)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,309 miles
    Test number
    227213615476
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass43,692 miles (+5,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,692 miles
    Test number
    128235414198
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass38,591 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,591 miles
    Test number
    326164113144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,092 miles
    Test number
    137954312153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,092 miles (+5,488)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,092 miles
    Test number
    216064512115
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass27,604 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,604 miles
    Test number
    138700721151
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail27,587 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,587 miles
    Test number
    977648511167
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LC08 OSV

Does LC08 OSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 OSV is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 OSV?
The MOT on LC08 OSV is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 OSV done?
LC08 OSV was recorded at 95,111 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 4,375 miles a year.
Has LC08 OSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 OSV has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 OSV 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 OSV find?
LC08 OSV passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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