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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

LL08 ELJMOT history

LL08 ELJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 45,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2026.

LL08 ELJ blue 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 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
45,493 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 ELJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 ELJ was last recorded at 45,493 miles on 29 Aug 2026, 2,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,841 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,652 miles
Average per year
2,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,493 miles
  • 2025 – 42,841 miles
  • 2024 – 40,077 miles
  • 2023 – 37,961 miles
  • 2022 – 35,347 miles
  • 2021 – 33,864 miles
  • 2020 – 31,796 miles
  • 2019 – 28,712 miles
  • 2018 – 27,407 miles
  • 2017 – 25,159 miles
  • 2016 – 23,646 miles
  • 2015 – 22,505 miles
  • 2014 – 19,259 miles
  • 2013 – 16,926 miles
  • 2012 – 13,999 miles
  • 2011 – 10,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,493 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass45,493 miles (+2,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    45,493 miles
    Test number
    713862084524
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass42,841 miles (+2,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    42,841 miles
    Test number
    651848294896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass40,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    40,077 miles
    Test number
    917112179255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail40,077 miles (+2,116)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,077 miles
    Test number
    560940218463
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass37,961 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    37,961 miles
    Test number
    570475289182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass35,347 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    35,347 miles
    Test number
    116097666495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,864 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    33,864 miles
    Test number
    782871195585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass31,796 miles (+3,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    31,796 miles
    Test number
    311092718671
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From rear Axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass28,712 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    28,712 miles
    Test number
    408909903804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    27,407 miles
    Test number
    698722843614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail27,407 miles (+2,248)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,407 miles
    Test number
    920459927001
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass25,159 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    25,159 miles
    Test number
    410433252336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,646 miles (+1,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    23,646 miles
    Test number
    323219923138
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre wall has a cut but not deep enough to reach cord or ply

  14. Pass22,505 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    22,505 miles
    Test number
    928643845191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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

  15. Fail22,505 miles (+3,246)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,505 miles
    Test number
    597623845113
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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

  16. Pass19,259 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    19,259 miles
    Test number
    669543644175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail19,223 miles (+2,297)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,223 miles
    Test number
    469160744128
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass16,926 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    16,926 miles
    Test number
    849240243141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,999 miles (+3,039)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    13,999 miles
    Test number
    706836032159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    10,960 miles
    Test number
    717607531142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL08 ELJ

Does LL08 ELJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 ELJ is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 ELJ?
The MOT on LL08 ELJ is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 ELJ done?
LL08 ELJ was recorded at 45,493 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2026, an average of 2,259 miles a year.
Has LL08 ELJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 ELJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LL08 ELJ 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 ELJ find?
LL08 ELJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive from engine.

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