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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 EBLMOT history

LD08 EBL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 111,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2025.

LD08 EBL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2026
Mileage
111,080 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 EBL
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
23 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 EBL was last recorded at 111,080 miles on 23 Jul 2025, 13,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,331 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
13,749 miles
Average per year
6,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,080 miles
  • 2024 – 97,331 miles
  • 2023 – 82,530 miles
  • 2022 – 66,737 miles
  • 2021 – 61,701 miles
  • 2020 – 58,665 miles
  • 2019 – 53,933 miles
  • 2018 – 51,727 miles
  • 2017 – 50,463 miles
  • 2016 – 48,868 miles
  • 2015 – 40,596 miles
  • 2014 – 31,457 miles
  • 2013 – 23,365 miles
  • 2012 – 20,497 miles
  • 2011 – 17,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,080 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,080 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,080 miles
    Test number
    697723348834
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail111,079 miles (+13,748)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,079 miles
    Test number
    835899708391
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass97,331 miles (+14,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    97,331 miles
    Test number
    385827266292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass82,530 miles (+15,793)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,530 miles
    Test number
    691529560560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,737 miles (+5,036)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,737 miles
    Test number
    343965960324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,701 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,701 miles
    Test number
    666865105836
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail61,691 miles (+3,026)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,691 miles
    Test number
    835601771655
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass58,665 miles (+4,732)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    58,665 miles
    Test number
    481823689845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,933 miles (+2,206)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,933 miles
    Test number
    820261234954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,727 miles
    Test number
    374815032827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,727 miles (+1,264)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,727 miles
    Test number
    662347421399
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  12. Pass50,463 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,463 miles
    Test number
    201335650959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,868 miles (+1,742)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,868 miles
    Test number
    594009167881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,126 miles (+6,530)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,126 miles
    Test number
    869223572710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,596 miles (+9,139)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,596 miles
    Test number
    198482385051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    31,457 miles
    Test number
    279476184017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail31,457 miles (+8,092)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,457 miles
    Test number
    576695484028
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass23,365 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    23,365 miles
    Test number
    295005593064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail23,364 miles (+2,867)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,364 miles
    Test number
    515256583042
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass20,497 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    20,497 miles
    Test number
    108743372171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    17,702 miles
    Test number
    295114971144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 EBL

Does LD08 EBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 EBL expired on 26 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 EBL?
The MOT on LD08 EBL expired on 26 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 EBL done?
LD08 EBL was recorded at 111,080 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2025, an average of 6,630 miles a year.
Has LD08 EBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 EBL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 EBL 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 EBL find?
LD08 EBL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both front cracking; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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