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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 VLAMOT history

LD08 VLA is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 150,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2024.

LD08 VLA green 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 12 Nov 2025
Mileage
150,713 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2024
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VLA was last recorded at 150,713 miles on 13 Nov 2024, 9,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
141,645 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
9,068 miles
Average per year
7,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,713 miles
  • 2023 – 141,645 miles
  • 2022 – 134,209 miles
  • 2021 – 126,140 miles
  • 2020 – 119,471 miles
  • 2019 – 109,790 miles
  • 2018 – 100,736 miles
  • 2017 – 95,123 miles
  • 2016 – 91,238 miles
  • 2015 – 86,359 miles
  • 2014 – 80,675 miles
  • 2013 – 73,727 miles
  • 2012 – 65,922 miles
  • 2011 – 49,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,713 miles
  • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions
  • AdvisoryUndertrays and sideskirts fitted

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass150,713 miles (+9,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    150,713 miles
    Test number
    707652400379
    • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sideskirts fitted

  2. Pass141,645 miles (+7,436)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    141,645 miles
    Test number
    909675019954
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Top arm inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    134,209 miles
    Test number
    995936913653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,207 miles (+8,067)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,207 miles
    Test number
    614909071803
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass126,140 miles (+6,669)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    126,140 miles
    Test number
    175556571547
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass119,471 miles (+9,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    119,471 miles
    Test number
    552971715985
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively reluctor ring (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,790 miles (+9,054)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,790 miles
    Test number
    956953702835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,736 miles (+5,613)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,736 miles
    Test number
    450865786704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,123 miles (+3,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,123 miles
    Test number
    527723918305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass91,238 miles (+4,879)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    91,238 miles
    Test number
    356188352126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,359 miles (+5,684)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,359 miles
    Test number
    487038495077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,675 miles (+6,948)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,675 miles
    Test number
    248544594085
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass73,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,727 miles
    Test number
    715981703117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,727 miles (+7,805)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,727 miles
    Test number
    228681403488
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass65,922 miles (+16,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,922 miles
    Test number
    435551002144
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass49,411 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,411 miles
    Test number
    237991291016
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail49,411 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,411 miles
    Test number
    629871391033
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LD08 VLA

Does LD08 VLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 VLA expired on 12 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VLA?
The MOT on LD08 VLA expired on 12 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 VLA done?
LD08 VLA was recorded at 150,713 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2024, an average of 7,437 miles a year.
Has LD08 VLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VLA has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 VLA 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 VLA find?
LD08 VLA passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: tested in wet conditions; undertrays and sideskirts fitted.

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