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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 LNMMOT history

LD08 LNM is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 145,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

LD08 LNM black 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 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
145,197 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 LNM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 LNM was last recorded at 145,197 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 67 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,130 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
67 miles
Average per year
7,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,197 miles
  • 2024 – 138,976 miles
  • 2023 – 135,116 miles
  • 2022 – 130,802 miles
  • 2021 – 124,703 miles
  • 2020 – 121,043 miles
  • 2019 – 100,061 miles
  • 2018 – 90,485 miles
  • 2017 – 82,317 miles
  • 2016 – 74,718 miles
  • 2015 – 68,121 miles
  • 2013 – 57,335 miles
  • 2012 – 47,777 miles
  • 2011 – 37,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,197 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,197 miles (+67)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    145,197 miles
    Test number
    347504083136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail145,130 miles (+6,154)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,130 miles
    Test number
    324706997968
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass138,976 miles (+3,860)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    138,976 miles
    Test number
    379990171525
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on

  4. Pass135,116 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    135,116 miles
    Test number
    536574074096
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 too callipers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail135,116 miles (+4,314)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,116 miles
    Test number
    328880022010
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 too callipers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,802 miles (+6,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    130,802 miles
    Test number
    113495716539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass124,703 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,703 miles
    Test number
    988288330351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,043 miles (+20,982)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    121,043 miles
    Test number
    368301439229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,061 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,061 miles
    Test number
    830396985982
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail100,061 miles (+9,576)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,061 miles
    Test number
    433814774991
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass90,485 miles (+8,168)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,485 miles
    Test number
    592787719300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,317 miles (+7,599)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,317 miles
    Test number
    132242044475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,718 miles (+6,597)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,718 miles
    Test number
    720635156951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,121 miles
    Test number
    137223065070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,121 miles (+10,786)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,121 miles
    Test number
    617142365078
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass57,335 miles (+9,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,335 miles
    Test number
    216959483115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass47,777 miles (+9,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,777 miles
    Test number
    767016212196
    • 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)

  18. Pass37,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,815 miles
    Test number
    586077941164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 LNM

Does LD08 LNM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 LNM is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 LNM?
The MOT on LD08 LNM is valid until 19 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 LNM done?
LD08 LNM was recorded at 145,197 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 7,435 miles a year.
Has LD08 LNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 LNM has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 LNM 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 LNM find?
LD08 LNM passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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