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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LD08 DKFMOT history

LD08 DKF is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 130,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LD08 DKF grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
130,775 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 DKF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 DKF was last recorded at 130,775 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 10,325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,450 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
10,325 miles
Average per year
7,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,775 miles
  • 2024 – 120,450 miles
  • 2023 – 117,775 miles
  • 2022 – 117,311 miles
  • 2021 – 116,461 miles
  • 2020 – 115,681 miles
  • 2019 – 111,329 miles
  • 2018 – 104,454 miles
  • 2017 – 86,524 miles
  • 2016 – 71,547 miles
  • 2015 – 61,769 miles
  • 2014 – 52,103 miles
  • 2013 – 41,685 miles
  • 2012 – 35,392 miles
  • 2011 – 27,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,775 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,775 miles (+10,325)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    130,775 miles
    Test number
    227371860781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,450 miles (+2,675)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,450 miles
    Test number
    156210869235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass117,775 miles (+464)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,775 miles
    Test number
    920565773855
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass117,311 miles (+850)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,311 miles
    Test number
    356898580792
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass116,461 miles (+780)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    116,461 miles
    Test number
    181135985371
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass115,681 miles (+4,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,681 miles
    Test number
    789011101176
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass111,329 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,329 miles
    Test number
    923737737323
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump pan area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail111,325 miles (+6,871)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,325 miles
    Test number
    977462396081
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump pan area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass104,454 miles (+253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,454 miles
    Test number
    221209236544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail104,201 miles (+17,677)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,201 miles
    Test number
    831663529605
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass86,524 miles (+55)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,524 miles
    Test number
    760212267685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both outer sills have covers fitted
  12. Fail86,469 miles (+14,922)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,469 miles
    Test number
    654555343310
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both outer sills have covers fitted
  13. Pass71,547 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,547 miles
    Test number
    397424293629
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers
    • AdvisorySill covers
    • AdvisoryUnder trays
  14. Fail71,530 miles (+9,761)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,530 miles
    Test number
    809627989178
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers
    • AdvisorySill covers
    • AdvisoryUnder trays
  15. Pass61,769 miles (+9,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,769 miles
    Test number
    713073024676
    • 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)
  16. Pass52,103 miles (+10,418)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,103 miles
    Test number
    279084534233
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 70% worn
  17. Pass41,685 miles (+6,293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    41,685 miles
    Test number
    408569933281
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass35,392 miles (+8,155)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,392 miles
    Test number
    599560232245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass27,237 miles (+142)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,237 miles
    Test number
    176142341229
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres slightly worn on outer edge
  20. Pass27,095 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,095 miles
    Test number
    935935761109
    • NoteFront tyres worn on outer edges

Questions about LD08 DKF

Does LD08 DKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 DKF is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 DKF?
The MOT on LD08 DKF is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 DKF done?
LD08 DKF was recorded at 130,775 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 7,117 miles a year.
Has LD08 DKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 DKF has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on LD08 DKF 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 LD08 DKF find?
LD08 DKF passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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