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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LL08 DYDMOT history

LL08 DYD is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

LL08 DYD 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 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,704 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 DYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 DYD was last recorded at 99,704 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 3,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,087 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,617 miles
Average per year
4,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,704 miles
  • 2025 – 96,087 miles
  • 2024 – 90,355 miles
  • 2023 – 84,836 miles
  • 2022 – 80,026 miles
  • 2021 – 73,414 miles
  • 2020 – 69,526 miles
  • 2019 – 61,951 miles
  • 2018 – 55,284 miles
  • 2016 – 52,329 miles
  • 2015 – 43,423 miles
  • 2014 – 41,199 miles
  • 2012 – 38,965 miles
  • 2011 – 34,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,704 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,704 miles (+3,617)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,704 miles
    Test number
    544777426358
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass96,087 miles (+5,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    424313321078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,355 miles (+5,519)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    90,355 miles
    Test number
    356419083867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,836 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    84,836 miles
    Test number
    574245000872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail84,836 miles (+4,810)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,836 miles
    Test number
    280932511348
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass80,026 miles (+6,612)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    80,026 miles
    Test number
    917508488835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass73,414 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,414 miles
    Test number
    786499850503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail73,409 miles (+3,883)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,409 miles
    Test number
    134897422097
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass69,526 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,526 miles
    Test number
    549318077660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail69,526 miles (+7,575)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,526 miles
    Test number
    778945599252
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorUndertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass61,951 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    61,951 miles
    Test number
    867151713728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail61,951 miles (+6,667)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,951 miles
    Test number
    216687381543
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass55,284 miles (+2,955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    55,284 miles
    Test number
    551648393862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass52,329 miles (+3,040)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,329 miles
    Test number
    571644554540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,289 miles
    Test number
    810680413443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,289 miles (+5,866)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,289 miles
    Test number
    278174508947
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass43,423 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,423 miles
    Test number
    178335275438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,371 miles (+2,172)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,371 miles
    Test number
    988153335018
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteEngine light on

  19. Pass41,199 miles (+95)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,199 miles
    Test number
    748537984030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing low on both inner and outer shoulders/edges
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing low on both inner and outer shoulders/edges

  20. Fail41,104 miles (+2,139)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,104 miles
    Test number
    557466354025
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass38,965 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,965 miles
    Test number
    738626672296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,842 miles (+4,321)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,842 miles
    Test number
    999689962214
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBRIDGESTONE POTENZA RFT 255/30/R19(91Y)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly wearing low from in inner edge

  23. Pass34,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,521 miles
    Test number
    179584431202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 DYD

Does LL08 DYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 DYD is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 DYD?
The MOT on LL08 DYD is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 DYD done?
LL08 DYD was recorded at 99,704 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 4,453 miles a year.
Has LL08 DYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 DYD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LL08 DYD 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 DYD find?
LL08 DYD passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side.

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