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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LC08 ULEMOT history

LC08 ULE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 120,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2025.

LC08 ULE 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 1 Jan 2026
Mileage
120,165 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2025
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 ULE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 ULE was last recorded at 120,165 miles on 2 Jan 2025, 19,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,360 miles · 7 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
19,805 miles
Average per year
6,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,165 miles
  • 2023 – 100,360 miles
  • 2022 – 96,204 miles
  • 2021 – 92,453 miles
  • 2020 – 89,657 miles
  • 2019 – 84,075 miles
  • 2018 – 79,453 miles
  • 2017 – 75,382 miles
  • 2016 – 72,417 miles
  • 2015 – 68,585 miles
  • 2014 – 64,073 miles
  • 2013 – 59,315 miles
  • 2012 – 49,871 miles
  • 2011 – 34,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,165 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,165 miles (+19,805)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    120,165 miles
    Test number
    376214287671
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  2. Pass100,360 miles (+4,156)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,360 miles
    Test number
    406102286771
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass96,204 miles (+3,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    96,204 miles
    Test number
    602376494584
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass92,453 miles (+2,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,453 miles
    Test number
    166004947593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass89,657 miles (+73)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,657 miles
    Test number
    796652562848
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail89,584 miles (+5,509)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,584 miles
    Test number
    316713140765
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,075 miles (+4,622)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,075 miles
    Test number
    846747848824
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray cover fitted

  8. Pass79,453 miles (+4,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,453 miles
    Test number
    935722541938
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre slightly wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder cover tray and engine cover /sills fitted

  9. Pass75,382 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,382 miles
    Test number
    896824060599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,417 miles (+3,832)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,417 miles
    Test number
    480996988078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,585 miles (+4,512)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,585 miles
    Test number
    248068535436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,073 miles (+4,758)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,073 miles
    Test number
    218092634177
    • 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)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD WEARING ON EDGES 225-45-17 CONTINENTAL SPORT CONTACT 2 SSR RSC
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD WEARING ON EDGES 225-45-17 CONTINENTAL SPORT CONTACT 2 SSR RSC

  13. Pass59,315 miles (+9,444)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,315 miles
    Test number
    285603533102
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre 255-40-17

  14. Pass49,871 miles (+14,932)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,871 miles
    Test number
    785457732134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail34,939 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,939 miles
    Test number
    237201811160
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass34,939 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,939 miles
    Test number
    576301311151
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LC08 ULE

Does LC08 ULE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 ULE expired on 1 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 ULE?
The MOT on LC08 ULE expired on 1 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 ULE done?
LC08 ULE was recorded at 120,165 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2025, an average of 6,220 miles a year.
Has LC08 ULE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 ULE has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LC08 ULE 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 ULE find?
LC08 ULE passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated.

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