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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LD08 VGUMOT history

LD08 VGU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

LD08 VGU 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 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
92,484 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VGU was last recorded at 92,484 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 2,852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,632 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,852 miles
Average per year
4,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,484 miles
  • 2025 – 89,632 miles
  • 2024 – 86,612 miles
  • 2023 – 84,028 miles
  • 2021 – 80,228 miles
  • 2020 – 76,622 miles
  • 2019 – 72,561 miles
  • 2018 – 66,187 miles
  • 2017 – 61,535 miles
  • 2016 – 53,610 miles
  • 2015 – 46,407 miles
  • 2014 – 35,137 miles
  • 2013 – 29,561 miles
  • 2012 – 25,182 miles
  • 2011 – 21,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,484 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    92,484 miles
    Test number
    696141802706
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail92,484 miles (+2,852)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,484 miles
    Test number
    771705862267
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,632 miles (+3,020)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,632 miles
    Test number
    677358505781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,612 miles (+2,584)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    86,612 miles
    Test number
    709809292110
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  5. Pass84,028 miles (+3,800)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,028 miles
    Test number
    218907277153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,228 miles (+3,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,228 miles
    Test number
    968653417195
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercover fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass76,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,622 miles
    Test number
    782248192041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,622 miles (+4,061)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,622 miles
    Test number
    627405505219
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass72,561 miles (+6,374)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,561 miles
    Test number
    182063639105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,187 miles (+4,652)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,187 miles
    Test number
    754012204733
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass61,535 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    61,535 miles
    Test number
    436151587747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,475 miles (+7,865)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,475 miles
    Test number
    351113229142
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass53,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    53,610 miles
    Test number
    630332159794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,610 miles (+7,203)2 failures3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,610 miles
    Test number
    332792543156
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass46,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,407 miles
    Test number
    459075869678
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre starting to split inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre has deep tear in inner sidewall but not down to cords

  16. Fail46,407 miles (+11,270)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,407 miles
    Test number
    700528661090
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre starting to split inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre has deep tear in inner sidewall but not down to cords

  17. Pass35,137 miles (+5,576)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,137 miles
    Test number
    878458344249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,561 miles (+4,379)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    29,561 miles
    Test number
    359603863117
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass25,182 miles (+4,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,182 miles
    Test number
    139980362401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass21,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,130 miles
    Test number
    148075181490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail21,130 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,130 miles
    Test number
    519755981075
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD08 VGU

Does LD08 VGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VGU is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VGU?
The MOT on LD08 VGU is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VGU done?
LD08 VGU was recorded at 92,484 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 4,769 miles a year.
Has LD08 VGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VGU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 VGU 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 VGU find?
LD08 VGU passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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