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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 WHBMOT history

LD08 WHB is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 143,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2024.

LD08 WHB 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 29 Oct 2024
Mileage
143,709 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2024
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 WHB
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
22 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD08 WHB was last recorded at 143,709 miles on 25 Oct 2024, 10,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,339 miles · 12 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
10,370 miles
Average per year
8,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 143,709 miles
  • 2023 – 133,339 miles
  • 2022 – 123,548 miles
  • 2021 – 115,850 miles
  • 2020 – 108,048 miles
  • 2019 – 101,152 miles
  • 2018 – 96,276 miles
  • 2017 – 90,156 miles
  • 2016 – 82,241 miles
  • 2015 – 77,239 miles
  • 2014 – 72,722 miles
  • 2013 – 62,292 miles
  • 2012 – 48,353 miles
  • 2011 – 31,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,709 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure Front pipe clamp snapped (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock top mount corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Out of shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and inner edge bald nearly through to cords (225/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTpms light onRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Under trays

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under paint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail143,709 miles (+10,370)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,709 miles
    Test number
    390450188486
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Front pipe clamp snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock top mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Out of shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and inner edge bald nearly through to cords (225/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  2. Pass133,339 miles (+9,791)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    133,339 miles
    Test number
    914566519107
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass123,548 miles (+7,698)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,548 miles
    Test number
    132469400953
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,850 miles (+170)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,850 miles
    Test number
    494216310369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under paint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  5. Fail115,680 miles (+7,632)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,680 miles
    Test number
    538013857987
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under paint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  6. Pass108,048 miles (+6,896)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    108,048 miles
    Test number
    276518095443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear under paint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  7. Pass101,152 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,152 miles
    Test number
    785107256962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both slight (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  8. Fail101,152 miles (+4,876)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,152 miles
    Test number
    584798091193
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both slight (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  9. Pass96,276 miles (+6,120)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,276 miles
    Test number
    166724695532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,156 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,156 miles
    Test number
    326053461756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,476 miles (+5,235)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,476 miles
    Test number
    552272981690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,241 miles (+5,002)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,241 miles
    Test number
    916530938440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,239 miles (+4,517)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,239 miles
    Test number
    306558195020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,722 miles (+10,430)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,722 miles
    Test number
    496725904147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,292 miles (+13,939)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,292 miles
    Test number
    305923763105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,353 miles (+16,533)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,353 miles
    Test number
    729256462188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,820 miles
    Test number
    705738861186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 WHB

Does LD08 WHB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 WHB expired on 29 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 WHB?
The MOT on LD08 WHB expired on 29 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 WHB done?
LD08 WHB was recorded at 143,709 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2024, an average of 8,376 miles a year.
Has LD08 WHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 WHB has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 WHB 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 WHB find?
LD08 WHB failed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2024 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; exhaust system insecure front pipe clamp snapped; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 12 more.

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