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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 TZSMOT history

LD08 TZS is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

LD08 TZS blue 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 4 May 2024
Mileage
101,148 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 TZS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 TZS was last recorded at 101,148 miles on 5 May 2023, 9,397 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,751 miles · 14 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
9,397 miles
Average per year
6,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,148 miles
  • 2022 – 91,751 miles
  • 2021 – 87,479 miles
  • 2020 – 70,846 miles
  • 2019 – 57,095 miles
  • 2017 – 54,566 miles
  • 2016 – 53,251 miles
  • 2015 – 47,331 miles
  • 2014 – 43,452 miles
  • 2013 – 39,082 miles
  • 2012 – 34,073 miles
  • 2011 – 29,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,148 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,148 miles (+9,397)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,148 miles
    Test number
    129877349701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass91,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,751 miles
    Test number
    864013441478
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail91,751 miles (+4,272)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,751 miles
    Test number
    270088927230
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass87,479 miles (+242)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,479 miles
    Test number
    103264475431
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre wearing on outer edge

  5. Fail87,237 miles (+16,391)2 major1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,237 miles
    Test number
    643602483013
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x 2 /both arms (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view b zone (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,846 miles
    Test number
    617186466746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,846 miles
    Test number
    447933228512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,845 miles (+13,750)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,845 miles
    Test number
    538719630079
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass57,095 miles (+2,529)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    380306131634
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass54,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,566 miles
    Test number
    317009538640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,566 miles (+1,315)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,566 miles
    Test number
    546651796052
    • Repaired at testOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  12. Pass53,251 miles (+5,920)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    53,251 miles
    Test number
    497311292619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,331 miles (+3,879)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,331 miles
    Test number
    768556119130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner pads getting low on friction material (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake discs (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass43,452 miles (+4,370)1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,452 miles
    Test number
    936711364266
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted at time of test.

  15. Pass39,082 miles (+5,009)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,082 miles
    Test number
    419153463295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,073 miles (+4,679)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    34,073 miles
    Test number
    889893062254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    29,394 miles
    Test number
    107685081288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,394 miles (+3,622)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,394 miles
    Test number
    135750481257
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass25,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,772 miles
    Test number
    849891561034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 TZS

Does LD08 TZS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 TZS expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 TZS?
The MOT on LD08 TZS expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 TZS done?
LD08 TZS was recorded at 101,148 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 6,191 miles a year.
Has LD08 TZS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 TZS has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 TZS 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 TZS find?
LD08 TZS passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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