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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 TWZMOT history

LD08 TWZ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2024 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 180,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2023.

LD08 TWZ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2024
Mileage
180,180 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2023
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 TWZ
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
15 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 TWZ was last recorded at 180,180 miles on 4 Sept 2023, 9,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
170,789 miles · 5 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
9,391 miles
Average per year
8,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 180,180 miles
  • 2022 – 170,789 miles
  • 2021 – 163,870 miles
  • 2020 – 154,620 miles
  • 2019 – 149,010 miles
  • 2018 – 140,139 miles
  • 2017 – 132,474 miles
  • 2016 – 126,236 miles
  • 2015 – 119,629 miles
  • 2014 – 113,094 miles
  • 2013 – 106,098 miles
  • 2012 – 97,355 miles
  • 2011 – 78,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,180 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,180 miles (+9,391)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    180,180 miles
    Test number
    488928564888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,789 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    170,789 miles
    Test number
    747498235566
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
  3. Fail170,787 miles (+6,917)6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,787 miles
    Test number
    213945021315
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements excessively damaged (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
  4. Pass163,870 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    163,870 miles
    Test number
    478266558573
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted rear
  5. Fail163,865 miles (+9,245)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,865 miles
    Test number
    565200713946
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted rear
  6. Pass154,620 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    154,620 miles
    Test number
    556347893145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Fail154,620 miles (+5,610)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,620 miles
    Test number
    357906851040
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass149,010 miles (+8,871)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,010 miles
    Test number
    410200857175
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass140,139 miles (+7,665)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    140,139 miles
    Test number
    943877231314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass132,474 miles (+6,238)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    132,474 miles
    Test number
    767889840568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,236 miles (+6,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    126,236 miles
    Test number
    263201047595
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass119,629 miles (+6,535)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,629 miles
    Test number
    496868675108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,094 miles (+6,996)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    113,094 miles
    Test number
    815040094120
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass106,098 miles (+8,743)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    106,098 miles
    Test number
    509619123240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,355 miles (+18,938)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    97,355 miles
    Test number
    539982042239
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass78,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,417 miles
    Test number
    848172351281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,415 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,415 miles
    Test number
    428342151204
    • 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)

Questions about LD08 TWZ

Does LD08 TWZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 TWZ expired on 6 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 TWZ?
The MOT on LD08 TWZ expired on 6 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 TWZ done?
LD08 TWZ was recorded at 180,180 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2023, an average of 8,490 miles a year.
Has LD08 TWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 TWZ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 TWZ 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 TWZ find?
LD08 TWZ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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