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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 EDFMOT history

LD08 EDF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 267,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

LD08 EDF grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
267,540 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
14,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 EDF
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
8 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 EDF was last recorded at 267,540 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 397 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
267,143 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
397 miles
Average per year
14,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 267,540 miles
  • 2024 – 249,558 miles
  • 2023 – 229,438 miles
  • 2022 – 208,702 miles
  • 2021 – 185,751 miles
  • 2020 – 178,125 miles
  • 2019 – 172,640 miles
  • 2018 – 160,399 miles
  • 2017 – 146,052 miles
  • 2016 – 135,710 miles
  • 2015 – 121,974 miles
  • 2014 – 108,609 miles
  • 2013 – 98,580 miles
  • 2012 – 77,141 miles
  • 2011 – 57,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass267,540 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass267,540 miles (+397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    267,540 miles
    Test number
    616497847167
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  2. Fail267,143 miles (+17,585)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,143 miles
    Test number
    424360067640
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Pass249,558 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    249,558 miles
    Test number
    708548249027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail249,556 miles (+20,118)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,556 miles
    Test number
    717086510027
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (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))

  5. Pass229,438 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    229,438 miles
    Test number
    804251091332
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail229,438 miles (+20,736)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,438 miles
    Test number
    690620574522
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass208,702 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    208,702 miles
    Test number
    996223427842
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail208,702 miles (+22,951)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,702 miles
    Test number
    833707493857
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass185,751 miles (+7,626)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    185,751 miles
    Test number
    620161643869
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts inner edges just starting (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass178,125 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    178,125 miles
    Test number
    124966224206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail178,124 miles (+5,484)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,124 miles
    Test number
    527204923219
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm outer bush in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm outer bush in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass172,640 miles (+12,241)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    172,640 miles
    Test number
    833621952810
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure Pad wear indicator (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInspection light illuminated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox output shaft seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper not functioning

  13. Pass160,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    160,399 miles
    Test number
    681143311545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail160,399 miles (+14,347)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,399 miles
    Test number
    911606411849
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed ALL 4 TYRES SHOWING CORDS ON INNER SIDE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass146,052 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    146,052 miles
    Test number
    819158625775
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  16. Fail145,969 miles (+10,259)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,969 miles
    Test number
    455786510847
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass135,710 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    135,710 miles
    Test number
    634579434856
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Getting low (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail135,710 miles (+13,736)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,710 miles
    Test number
    632896657369
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge 255/40x17 w run-flat (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Getting low (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass121,974 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,974 miles
    Test number
    485394895159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail121,974 miles (+13,365)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,974 miles
    Test number
    879604195137
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass108,609 miles (+10,029)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    108,609 miles
    Test number
    558341774129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass98,580 miles (+21,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    98,580 miles
    Test number
    368287073080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass77,141 miles (+19,834)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,141 miles
    Test number
    508492082006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,307 miles
    Test number
    688134481049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 EDF

Does LD08 EDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 EDF is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 EDF?
The MOT on LD08 EDF is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 EDF done?
LD08 EDF was recorded at 267,540 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 14,404 miles a year.
Has LD08 EDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 EDF has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 EDF 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 EDF find?
LD08 EDF passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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