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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LC08 XRTMOT history

LC08 XRT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 216,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

LC08 XRT silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
216,963 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 XRT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 XRT was last recorded at 216,963 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,948 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
11,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,963 miles
  • 2025 – 202,747 miles
  • 2024 – 188,456 miles
  • 2023 – 176,185 miles
  • 2022 – 166,448 miles
  • 2021 – 159,623 miles
  • 2020 – 155,668 miles
  • 2019 – 139,640 miles
  • 2018 – 123,391 miles
  • 2017 – 109,192 miles
  • 2016 – 93,820 miles
  • 2015 – 81,480 miles
  • 2014 – 68,593 miles
  • 2013 – 56,246 miles
  • 2012 – 44,598 miles
  • 2011 – 42,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,963 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively caliper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover /air pump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Under trays and engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,963 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    216,963 miles
    Test number
    386662580912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail216,948 miles (+14,201)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,948 miles
    Test number
    696294082796
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass202,747 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    202,747 miles
    Test number
    888865227082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively caliper (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover /air pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted

  4. Fail202,747 miles (+14,291)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,747 miles
    Test number
    401789853643
    • MajorOffside Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively caliper (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover /air pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted

  5. Pass188,456 miles (+12,271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    188,456 miles
    Test number
    724321588930
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively caliper (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWet conditions

  6. Pass176,185 miles (+9,737)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    176,185 miles
    Test number
    402247739596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 20% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 10% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  7. Pass166,448 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    166,448 miles
    Test number
    382271074701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer tred (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  8. Fail166,448 miles (+6,825)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,448 miles
    Test number
    246199751790
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer tred (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  9. Pass159,623 miles (+3,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    159,623 miles
    Test number
    596366565733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass155,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    155,668 miles
    Test number
    787226530282
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear zero inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail155,668 miles (+16,028)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,668 miles
    Test number
    921803718692
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear zero inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass139,640 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    139,640 miles
    Test number
    612184648969
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail139,640 miles (+16,249)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,640 miles
    Test number
    549323527082
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass123,391 miles (+14,199)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    123,391 miles
    Test number
    767728443295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass109,192 miles (+15,372)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,192 miles
    Test number
    656564336123
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn badly on outer edges
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted preventing inspection of seat and seatbelt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre he a nail in it
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

  16. Pass93,820 miles (+12,340)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,820 miles
    Test number
    593097059256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,480 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,480 miles
    Test number
    716156725080
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass81,480 miles (+12,887)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,480 miles
    Test number
    795326225009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,593 miles
    Test number
    125061234499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,593 miles (+12,347)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,593 miles
    Test number
    127451134460
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass56,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    56,246 miles
    Test number
    528956713011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,246 miles (+11,648)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,246 miles
    Test number
    577486613025
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  23. Pass44,598 miles (+2,418)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,598 miles
    Test number
    725090432064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,180 miles
    Test number
    538949721125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,180 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,180 miles
    Test number
    919119321138
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about LC08 XRT

Does LC08 XRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 XRT is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 XRT?
The MOT on LC08 XRT is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 XRT done?
LC08 XRT was recorded at 216,963 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 11,884 miles a year.
Has LC08 XRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 XRT has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 XRT 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 XRT find?
LC08 XRT passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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