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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LL08 VEMMOT history

LL08 VEM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 88,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

LL08 VEM 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 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
88,782 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 VEM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 VEM was last recorded at 88,782 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 7,473 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,309 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,473 miles
Average per year
5,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,782 miles
  • 2025 – 81,309 miles
  • 2024 – 76,066 miles
  • 2023 – 69,407 miles
  • 2022 – 62,744 miles
  • 2021 – 57,634 miles
  • 2020 – 55,015 miles
  • 2019 – 51,225 miles
  • 2018 – 41,980 miles
  • 2017 – 33,833 miles
  • 2016 – 30,389 miles
  • 2015 – 26,039 miles
  • 2014 – 22,035 miles
  • 2013 – 18,539 miles
  • 2012 – 14,125 miles
  • 2011 – 10,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,782 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs have corrosion on the inner braking surfaces

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is wearing unevenly on the inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs have rust rings on the inner surfaces

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush wearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush wearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,782 miles (+7,473)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    88,782 miles
    Test number
    749942610077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,309 miles (+5,243)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    81,309 miles
    Test number
    573506055693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,066 miles (+6,659)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,066 miles
    Test number
    672476513474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,407 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    69,407 miles
    Test number
    581543997771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,744 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    62,744 miles
    Test number
    355058417556
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs have corrosion on the inner braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is wearing unevenly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail62,738 miles (+5,104)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,738 miles
    Test number
    589706566271
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured two cracks in the inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs have corrosion on the inner braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is wearing unevenly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass57,634 miles (+2,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,634 miles
    Test number
    208322146398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs have corrosion on the inner braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass55,015 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,015 miles
    Test number
    522847946838
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail54,931 miles (+3,706)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,931 miles
    Test number
    191017218826
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim cracked (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass51,225 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    168339917070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs have rust rings on the inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail51,215 miles (+9,235)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,215 miles
    Test number
    297787788003
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge worn and tearing exposing tyre cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs have rust rings on the inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass41,980 miles (+8,147)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    41,980 miles
    Test number
    533321293948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,833 miles (+3,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    33,833 miles
    Test number
    135908151025
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring testable items

  14. Pass30,389 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    30,389 miles
    Test number
    119535892447
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail30,389 miles (+4,350)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,389 miles
    Test number
    679640599962
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass26,039 miles (+4,004)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    26,039 miles
    Test number
    676671985131
    • NoteScrew in osr tyre,both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Pass22,035 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    22,035 miles
    Test number
    279268084442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,539 miles (+4,414)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    18,539 miles
    Test number
    368756603442
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail14,125 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,125 miles
    Test number
    317895242175
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on inner edges

  20. Pass14,125 miles (+3,375)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    14,125 miles
    Test number
    639445742189
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on inner edges

  21. Pass10,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    10,750 miles
    Test number
    628607091016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 VEM

Does LL08 VEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 VEM is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 VEM?
The MOT on LL08 VEM is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 VEM done?
LL08 VEM was recorded at 88,782 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 5,095 miles a year.
Has LL08 VEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 VEM has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LL08 VEM 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 VEM find?
LL08 VEM passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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