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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LL08 UKBMOT history

LL08 UKB is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2022 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 235,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jun 2022.

LL08 UKB black 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 15 Mar 2022
Mileage
235,157 mi
At MOT on 14 Jun 2022
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 UKB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL08 UKB was last recorded at 235,157 miles on 14 Jun 2022, 2,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,601 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2,556 miles
Average per year
11,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 235,157 miles
  • 2021 – 232,601 miles
  • 2020 – 227,276 miles
  • 2019 – 220,985 miles
  • 2017 – 206,774 miles
  • 2016 – 194,195 miles
  • 2015 – 178,458 miles
  • 2014 – 166,344 miles
  • 2013 – 155,391 miles
  • 2012 – 140,093 miles
  • 2011 – 107,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail235,157 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn seized (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail235,157 miles (+2,556)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,157 miles
    Test number
    340066227736
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn seized (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass232,601 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    232,601 miles
    Test number
    759407568100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail232,600 miles (+5,324)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,600 miles
    Test number
    180722676205
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass227,276 miles (+6,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    227,276 miles
    Test number
    361221584257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail221,276 miles (+291)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,276 miles
    Test number
    454342381947
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass220,985 miles (+14,211)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    220,985 miles
    Test number
    519701131891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass206,774 miles (+12,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    206,774 miles
    Test number
    124672850829
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn om inner edge

  8. Pass194,195 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    194,195 miles
    Test number
    420790998219
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

  9. Fail194,195 miles (+15,737)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,195 miles
    Test number
    534973287143
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

  10. Pass178,458 miles (+12,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    178,458 miles
    Test number
    319788585134
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass166,344 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    166,344 miles
    Test number
    538399704248
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail166,344 miles (+10,953)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,344 miles
    Test number
    477969004275
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass155,391 miles (+15,298)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    155,391 miles
    Test number
    517954403299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,093 miles (+32,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    140,093 miles
    Test number
    316606802491
    • 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)

  15. Pass107,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    107,927 miles
    Test number
    685239981111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 UKB

Does LL08 UKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 UKB expired on 15 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 UKB?
The MOT on LL08 UKB expired on 15 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 UKB done?
LL08 UKB was recorded at 235,157 miles at its MOT on 14 Jun 2022, an average of 11,635 miles a year.
Has LL08 UKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 UKB has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LL08 UKB 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 UKB find?
LL08 UKB failed its latest MOT on 14 Jun 2022 with 1 dangerous defect and 3 major defects: offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; front headlamp levelling device inoperative; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn seized, and 1 more.

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