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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 VHMMOT history

LD08 VHM is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 71,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

LD08 VHM grey 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 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
71,546 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VHM was last recorded at 71,546 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 3,606 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
67,940 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,606 miles
Average per year
3,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,546 miles
  • 2025 – 67,940 miles
  • 2024 – 65,741 miles
  • 2023 – 63,497 miles
  • 2022 – 61,546 miles
  • 2021 – 58,162 miles
  • 2020 – 56,871 miles
  • 2019 – 54,926 miles
  • 2018 – 51,610 miles
  • 2017 – 46,445 miles
  • 2016 – 43,410 miles
  • 2015 – 39,827 miles
  • 2014 – 33,509 miles
  • 2013 – 26,059 miles
  • 2012 – 22,458 miles
  • 2011 – 14,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,546 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front top mounting has slight lift
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,546 miles (+3,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    71,546 miles
    Test number
    829926425481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mounting has slight lift
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass67,940 miles (+2,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    67,940 miles
    Test number
    615287957745
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS indicating fault
  3. Pass65,741 miles (+2,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    65,741 miles
    Test number
    251485616688
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing on inner edges and close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass63,497 miles (+1,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    63,497 miles
    Test number
    579259372629
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass61,546 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,546 miles
    Test number
    147939862188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,162 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    58,162 miles
    Test number
    499467802546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass56,871 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    56,871 miles
    Test number
    599759998572
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, worn very close . (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail56,871 miles (+1,945)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,871 miles
    Test number
    168439760770
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, worn very close . (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass54,926 miles (+3,316)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,926 miles
    Test number
    311658292625
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass51,610 miles (+5,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,610 miles
    Test number
    206649553217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components.
  11. Pass46,445 miles (+3,035)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    173808619508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,410 miles (+3,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,410 miles
    Test number
    862248432294
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass39,827 miles (+6,318)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,827 miles
    Test number
    125714495127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,509 miles (+7,450)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,509 miles
    Test number
    476556694114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,059 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,059 miles
    Test number
    648576383073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,458 miles (+7,465)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,458 miles
    Test number
    696277182013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDeep cuts in all tyres
  17. Pass14,993 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,993 miles
    Test number
    329571591077
    • NoteBrake servo and master covered in plastic ;
    • NoteSills and underside covered in plastic ;

Questions about LD08 VHM

Does LD08 VHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VHM is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VHM?
The MOT on LD08 VHM is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VHM done?
LD08 VHM was recorded at 71,546 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 3,672 miles a year.
Has LD08 VHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VHM has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on LD08 VHM 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 VHM find?
LD08 VHM passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front top mounting has slight lift; oil leak, but not excessive; rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides.

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