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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,997 cc

LD08 NWJMOT history

LD08 NWJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 138,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LD08 NWJ 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 6 May 2027
Mileage
138,421 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 NWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 NWJ was last recorded at 138,421 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 2,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,683 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,738 miles
Average per year
6,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,421 miles
  • 2025 – 135,683 miles
  • 2024 – 132,220 miles
  • 2023 – 128,007 miles
  • 2022 – 123,329 miles
  • 2021 – 119,268 miles
  • 2020 – 118,313 miles
  • 2019 – 113,532 miles
  • 2018 – 107,989 miles
  • 2017 – 100,504 miles
  • 2016 – 96,699 miles
  • 2015 – 91,151 miles
  • 2014 – 85,207 miles
  • 2013 – 78,113 miles
  • 2012 – 63,229 miles
  • 2011 – 45,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,421 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Under-trays and engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Under-trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,421 miles (+2,738)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    138,421 miles
    Test number
    854154559279
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass135,683 miles (+3,463)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    135,683 miles
    Test number
    405079314335
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass132,220 miles (+4,213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    132,220 miles
    Test number
    663602670693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  4. Pass128,007 miles (+4,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2024
    Odometer
    128,007 miles
    Test number
    615384907223
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass123,329 miles (+4,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    123,329 miles
    Test number
    560911199858
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass119,268 miles (+955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    119,268 miles
    Test number
    133895077892
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass118,313 miles (+4,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    118,313 miles
    Test number
    636013651173
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres starting to wear on edge
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine cover fitted
  8. Pass113,532 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,532 miles
    Test number
    698440789870
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Fail113,490 miles (+5,501)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,490 miles
    Test number
    265357452669
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass107,989 miles (+7,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,989 miles
    Test number
    486072624201
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine cover fitted
  11. Pass100,504 miles (+3,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,504 miles
    Test number
    168644996933
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted
  12. Pass96,699 miles (+5,548)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,699 miles
    Test number
    608370646996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNo printout was produced due to low emissions
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted
  13. Pass91,151 miles (+5,944)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,151 miles
    Test number
    545171925157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on edge
  14. Pass85,207 miles (+7,094)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,207 miles
    Test number
    296232424408
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass78,113 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,113 miles
    Test number
    209474613499
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail78,113 miles (+14,884)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,113 miles
    Test number
    506094613136
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass63,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,229 miles
    Test number
    408038312106
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Fail63,229 miles (+17,952)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,229 miles
    Test number
    657368412156
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Pass45,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,277 miles
    Test number
    856713611121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 NWJ

Does LD08 NWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 NWJ is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 NWJ?
The MOT on LD08 NWJ is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 NWJ done?
LD08 NWJ was recorded at 138,421 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 6,203 miles a year.
Has LD08 NWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 NWJ has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2019.
Has the mileage on LD08 NWJ 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 NWJ find?
LD08 NWJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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