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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 LNJMOT history

LD08 LNJ is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 134,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LD08 LNJ white 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 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
134,033 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 LNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 LNJ was last recorded at 134,033 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 5,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,809 miles · 25 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,224 miles
Average per year
5,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,033 miles
  • 2025 – 128,809 miles
  • 2024 – 123,885 miles
  • 2023 – 115,479 miles
  • 2022 – 109,397 miles
  • 2021 – 104,968 miles
  • 2020 – 99,954 miles
  • 2019 – 98,221 miles
  • 2018 – 94,588 miles
  • 2017 – 91,706 miles
  • 2016 – 87,294 miles
  • 2015 – 82,658 miles
  • 2014 – 77,911 miles
  • 2013 – 73,361 miles
  • 2012 – 67,832 miles
  • 2011 – 55,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,033 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass134,033 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    134,033 miles
    Test number
    564794858482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,033 miles (+5,224)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,033 miles
    Test number
    193264463828
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,809 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    128,809 miles
    Test number
    168809568171
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail128,790 miles (+5)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,790 miles
    Test number
    374998323794
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail128,785 miles (+4,900)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,785 miles
    Test number
    146619733499
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass123,885 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    123,885 miles
    Test number
    964053567340
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Fail123,846 miles (+8,367)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,846 miles
    Test number
    562866271335
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass115,479 miles (+6,082)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,479 miles
    Test number
    380231454068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,397 miles (+4,429)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    109,397 miles
    Test number
    618348465313
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  10. Pass104,968 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    104,968 miles
    Test number
    260313793976
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases STRONG ADVISE front flexi in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres perishing and starting to wear on edges
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  11. Fail104,968 miles (+5,014)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,968 miles
    Test number
    262040493066
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases STRONG ADVISE front flexi in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres perishing and starting to wear on edges
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated

  12. Pass99,954 miles (+1,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    99,954 miles
    Test number
    809950009187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass98,221 miles (+3,633)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,221 miles
    Test number
    330429191235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished

  14. Pass94,588 miles (+2,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,588 miles
    Test number
    503365836926
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass91,706 miles (+4,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    91,706 miles
    Test number
    516154068806
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded connector to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded connector to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear jacking pad missing

  16. Pass87,294 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,294 miles
    Test number
    399455193899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,658 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,658 miles
    Test number
    796021945067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,911 miles (+4,550)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,911 miles
    Test number
    808884434067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,361 miles (+5,529)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,361 miles
    Test number
    808376643070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,832 miles (+12,507)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    67,832 miles
    Test number
    579686342031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,325 miles
    Test number
    297240941453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 LNJ

Does LD08 LNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 LNJ is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 LNJ?
The MOT on LD08 LNJ is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 LNJ done?
LD08 LNJ was recorded at 134,033 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 5,103 miles a year.
Has LD08 LNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 LNJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 LNJ 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 LNJ find?
LD08 LNJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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