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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LC08 XSAMOT history

LC08 XSA is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 185,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2023.

LC08 XSA grey 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 2 Mar 2024
Mileage
185,732 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 XSA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 XSA was last recorded at 185,732 miles on 1 Mar 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,731 miles · 27 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
12,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 185,732 miles
  • 2022 – 176,745 miles
  • 2021 – 161,666 miles
  • 2020 – 143,989 miles
  • 2019 – 129,851 miles
  • 2018 – 121,682 miles
  • 2017 – 114,517 miles
  • 2016 – 113,562 miles
  • 2015 – 103,329 miles
  • 2014 – 96,066 miles
  • 2013 – 77,059 miles
  • 2012 – 58,852 miles
  • 2011 – 43,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,732 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Sill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge step tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,732 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    185,732 miles
    Test number
    142761668959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail185,731 miles (+8,986)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,731 miles
    Test number
    593165184541
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass176,745 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    176,745 miles
    Test number
    175367246306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge step tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail176,700 miles (+15,034)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,700 miles
    Test number
    948349144264
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge step tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass161,666 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    161,666 miles
    Test number
    489714869169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

  6. Fail161,666 miles (+17,677)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,666 miles
    Test number
    337279948639
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

  7. Pass143,989 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    143,989 miles
    Test number
    871993580143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

  8. Fail143,986 miles (+14,135)1 dangerous2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,986 miles
    Test number
    509393996474
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

  9. Pass129,851 miles (+8,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    129,851 miles
    Test number
    620206492876
    • AdvisorySill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

  10. Pass121,682 miles (+7,165)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,682 miles
    Test number
    182657836044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass114,517 miles (+955)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,517 miles
    Test number
    203093160679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,562 miles (+5,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,562 miles
    Test number
    907011608972
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail107,640 miles (+4,311)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,640 miles
    Test number
    268014498910
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass103,329 miles (+7,263)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,329 miles
    Test number
    559310045123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,066 miles (+19,007)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,066 miles
    Test number
    578463644182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,059 miles (+18,207)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,059 miles
    Test number
    658517733153
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass58,852 miles (+15,103)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,852 miles
    Test number
    848549432153
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass43,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    43,749 miles
    Test number
    965744941188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,745 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,745 miles
    Test number
    887064141177
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LC08 XSA

Does LC08 XSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 XSA expired on 2 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 XSA?
The MOT on LC08 XSA expired on 2 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 XSA done?
LC08 XSA was recorded at 185,732 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2023, an average of 12,063 miles a year.
Has LC08 XSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 XSA has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LC08 XSA 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 XSA find?
LC08 XSA passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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