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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 TZUMOT history

LD08 TZU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 113,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2025.

LD08 TZU silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2026
Mileage
113,214 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 TZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 TZU was last recorded at 113,214 miles on 7 Apr 2025, 2,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,015 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,199 miles
Average per year
4,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,214 miles
  • 2024 – 111,015 miles
  • 2022 – 108,578 miles
  • 2021 – 97,562 miles
  • 2020 – 86,199 miles
  • 2019 – 82,730 miles
  • 2018 – 76,127 miles
  • 2017 – 69,826 miles
  • 2016 – 67,573 miles
  • 2015 – 64,231 miles
  • 2014 – 57,573 miles
  • 2013 – 55,261 miles
  • 2012 – 53,961 miles
  • 2011 – 44,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,214 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,214 miles (+2,199)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    113,214 miles
    Test number
    113909514124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,015 miles (+2,437)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    111,015 miles
    Test number
    310271400950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,578 miles (+4,195)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,578 miles
    Test number
    609523419122
    • MinorBrake hose slightly chafed both front (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull undercover fiitted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r shocker cover deterioted
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs show wear
  4. Pass104,383 miles (+6,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    104,383 miles
    Test number
    647285293345
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass97,562 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,562 miles
    Test number
    835432944853
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  6. Fail97,562 miles (+11,363)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,562 miles
    Test number
    243029013318
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  7. Pass86,199 miles (+3,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,199 miles
    Test number
    663828713921
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Under-Tray fitted obscuring some underside components.
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.
  8. Pass82,730 miles (+6,603)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,730 miles
    Test number
    998241583878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,127 miles (+6,301)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    76,127 miles
    Test number
    205914350122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in top suspension bushes
  10. Pass69,826 miles (+2,253)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    649081326908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,573 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    584311698562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,231 miles
    Test number
    955679795022
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail64,231 miles (+6,658)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,231 miles
    Test number
    697759795000
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass57,573 miles (+2,312)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,573 miles
    Test number
    725371184079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,261 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,261 miles
    Test number
    468842583051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,961 miles (+9,354)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,961 miles
    Test number
    817867282036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,607 miles
    Test number
    135974691012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 TZU

Does LD08 TZU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 TZU expired on 7 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 TZU?
The MOT on LD08 TZU expired on 7 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 TZU done?
LD08 TZU was recorded at 113,214 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2025, an average of 4,897 miles a year.
Has LD08 TZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 TZU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LD08 TZU 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 TZU find?
LD08 TZU passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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