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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 VHFMOT history

LD08 VHF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 166,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2022.

LD08 VHF grey 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 11 Apr 2023
Mileage
166,620 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VHF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VHF was last recorded at 166,620 miles on 12 Apr 2022, 7,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Dec 2018: 155,739 miles, lower than 155,740 miles on 14 Dec 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,439 miles · 12 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,181 miles
Average per year
11,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,620 miles
  • 2021 – 159,439 miles
  • 2020 – 156,877 miles
  • 2018 – 155,739 miles
  • 2017 – 146,111 miles
  • 2016 – 131,058 miles
  • 2015 – 115,635 miles
  • 2014 – 95,565 miles
  • 2013 – 84,948 miles
  • 2012 – 68,461 miles
  • 2011 – 46,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,620 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Overall poor condition (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Considerable amount of play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge , close to showing canvass (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Bearing/bush has a considerable amount of play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Tyres wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Weld repair to inner rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Alloy wheel has had a weld repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm outer bush has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,620 miles (+7,181)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    166,620 miles
    Test number
    125528902970
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Overall poor condition (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Considerable amount of play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge , close to showing canvass (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Bearing/bush has a considerable amount of play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass159,439 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    159,439 miles
    Test number
    551416298399
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Weld repair to inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Fail159,439 miles (+2,562)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,439 miles
    Test number
    203163994854
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Worn smooth on inner edge with cuts deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Weld repair to inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower hub bush/bearing has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass156,877 miles (+1,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    156,877 miles
    Test number
    930645343810
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  5. Pass155,739 miles (-1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    155,739 miles
    Test number
    564036989727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Alloy wheel has had a weld repair.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm outer bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail155,740 miles (+9,629)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,740 miles
    Test number
    614463413064
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi section broken away (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Alloy wheel has had a weld repair.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm outer bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass146,111 miles (+15,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    146,111 miles
    Test number
    555727805989
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint after dpf (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  8. Pass131,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    131,058 miles
    Test number
    110347485616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail131,058 miles (+15,423)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,058 miles
    Test number
    608867907788
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  10. Pass115,635 miles (+20,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    115,635 miles
    Test number
    190352187240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge very close to limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass95,565 miles (+10,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    95,565 miles
    Test number
    996417914389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass84,948 miles (+16,487)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,948 miles
    Test number
    378525393298
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass68,461 miles (+21,830)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,461 miles
    Test number
    925265762262
    • DangerousNsf tyre edges devoid
    • 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)

  14. Pass46,631 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,631 miles
    Test number
    616479471106
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front wheel has been repaired

Questions about LD08 VHF

Does LD08 VHF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 VHF expired on 11 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VHF?
The MOT on LD08 VHF expired on 11 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 VHF done?
LD08 VHF was recorded at 166,620 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2022, an average of 11,121 miles a year.
Has LD08 VHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VHF has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LD08 VHF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Dec 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD08 VHF find?
LD08 VHF passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view overall poor condition; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play considerable amount of play; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 10 more.

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