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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 VKUMOT history

LD08 VKU is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 62,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LD08 VKU 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 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
62,846 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VKU
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
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VKU was last recorded at 62,846 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 747 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,099 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
747 miles
Average per year
3,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,846 miles
  • 2024 – 62,099 miles
  • 2023 – 61,120 miles
  • 2022 – 59,970 miles
  • 2021 – 58,930 miles
  • 2020 – 56,464 miles
  • 2019 – 52,917 miles
  • 2018 – 50,701 miles
  • 2017 – 48,338 miles
  • 2016 – 45,819 miles
  • 2015 – 43,723 miles
  • 2014 – 40,056 miles
  • 2013 – 32,443 miles
  • 2012 – 24,621 miles
  • 2011 – 16,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,846 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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, 2023

  • Engine light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    62,846 miles
    Test number
    952100976784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail62,846 miles (+747)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,846 miles
    Test number
    720276193586
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass62,099 miles (+979)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    62,099 miles
    Test number
    940922398488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,120 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    61,120 miles
    Test number
    788743874327
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail61,070 miles (+1,100)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,070 miles
    Test number
    503528059856
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass59,970 miles (+1,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,970 miles
    Test number
    789392728397
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass58,930 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,930 miles
    Test number
    131586615860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    56,464 miles
    Test number
    494031162961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,464 miles (+3,547)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,464 miles
    Test number
    706689673534
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass52,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,917 miles
    Test number
    229850095307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail52,917 miles (+2,216)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,917 miles
    Test number
    371598317053
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  12. Pass50,701 miles (+2,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,701 miles
    Test number
    451323144483
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
  13. Pass48,338 miles (+2,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,338 miles
    Test number
    895882012148
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
  14. Pass45,819 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,819 miles
    Test number
    189222184522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,723 miles (+3,667)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,723 miles
    Test number
    156011915113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,056 miles (+7,613)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,056 miles
    Test number
    729990824107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,443 miles (+7,822)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    32,443 miles
    Test number
    639752093019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,621 miles (+8,519)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    24,621 miles
    Test number
    695501802121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,102 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,102 miles
    Test number
    456579481010
    • NoteDid not read on BET test so just had emissions reading

Questions about LD08 VKU

Does LD08 VKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VKU is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VKU?
The MOT on LD08 VKU is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VKU done?
LD08 VKU was recorded at 62,846 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 3,189 miles a year.
Has LD08 VKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VKU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 VKU 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 VKU find?
LD08 VKU passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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