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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LL08 DFUMOT history

LL08 DFU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 114,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

LL08 DFU black 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 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
114,333 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 DFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 DFU was last recorded at 114,333 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 17,344 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,989 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
17,344 miles
Average per year
5,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,333 miles
  • 2025 – 96,989 miles
  • 2024 – 85,436 miles
  • 2023 – 83,850 miles
  • 2022 – 79,902 miles
  • 2021 – 75,828 miles
  • 2020 – 73,872 miles
  • 2019 – 71,774 miles
  • 2018 – 68,481 miles
  • 2017 – 64,166 miles
  • 2016 – 59,438 miles
  • 2015 – 53,035 miles
  • 2014 – 48,187 miles
  • 2013 – 44,973 miles
  • 2012 – 37,447 miles
  • 2011 – 25,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,333 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,333 miles (+17,344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    114,333 miles
    Test number
    524330132861
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. Pass96,989 miles (+11,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,989 miles
    Test number
    568914250127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass85,436 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    85,436 miles
    Test number
    577708564289
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail85,436 miles (+1,586)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,436 miles
    Test number
    279807574784
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass83,850 miles (+3,948)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    83,850 miles
    Test number
    652537177627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorating x2
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal ring deteriorating
  6. Pass79,902 miles (+4,074)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,902 miles
    Test number
    463514382293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass75,828 miles (+1,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,828 miles
    Test number
    269191441108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass73,872 miles (+2,098)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,872 miles
    Test number
    687344695998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass71,774 miles (+3,293)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,774 miles
    Test number
    460057925475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,481 miles (+4,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,481 miles
    Test number
    836681787426
    • 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))
  11. Pass64,166 miles (+4,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,166 miles
    Test number
    494962828255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing outer edge
  12. Pass59,438 miles (+6,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    59,438 miles
    Test number
    640683112083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass53,035 miles (+4,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    53,035 miles
    Test number
    778738718040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass48,187 miles (+3,214)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,187 miles
    Test number
    368600304444
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass44,973 miles (+7,526)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,973 miles
    Test number
    188562363116
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass37,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,447 miles
    Test number
    468845932111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  17. Fail37,447 miles (+11,454)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,447 miles
    Test number
    977925532137
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  18. Pass25,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,993 miles
    Test number
    456064941146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 DFU

Does LL08 DFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 DFU is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 DFU?
The MOT on LL08 DFU is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 DFU done?
LL08 DFU was recorded at 114,333 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 5,751 miles a year.
Has LL08 DFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 DFU has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LL08 DFU 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 LL08 DFU find?
LL08 DFU passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides.

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