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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LO04 CSOMOT history

LO04 CSO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Nov 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 210,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2025.

LO04 CSO silver 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 9 Jan 2026
Mileage
210,706 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 CSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 CSO was last recorded at 210,706 miles on 10 Jan 2025, 270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,436 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
270 miles
Average per year
12,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 210,706 miles
  • 2024 – 204,539 miles
  • 2022 – 198,148 miles
  • 2021 – 180,216 miles
  • 2020 – 169,468 miles
  • 2019 – 155,249 miles
  • 2018 – 141,912 miles
  • 2017 – 123,077 miles
  • 2016 – 104,657 miles
  • 2014 – 95,319 miles
  • 2013 – 86,982 miles
  • 2012 – 71,767 miles
  • 2011 – 51,896 miles
  • 2010 – 36,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,706 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,706 miles (+270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    210,706 miles
    Test number
    445067045548
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail210,436 miles (+5,897)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,436 miles
    Test number
    475591310717
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass204,539 miles (+6,391)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    204,539 miles
    Test number
    568445242260
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass198,148 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    198,148 miles
    Test number
    608082928942
    • MinorFront Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail198,138 miles (+9,391)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,138 miles
    Test number
    152717177154
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 225/35 R19 (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorFront Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass188,747 miles (+8,531)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    188,747 miles
    Test number
    792627564185
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil on under tray [not dripping ] undertrays fitted so full inspection of oil not possible

  7. Pass180,216 miles (+10,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    180,216 miles
    Test number
    780931756479
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass169,468 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,468 miles
    Test number
    292142473738
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail169,418 miles (+14,169)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,418 miles
    Test number
    762452911597
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass155,249 miles (+13,337)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    155,249 miles
    Test number
    869524239570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass141,912 miles (+18,835)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    141,912 miles
    Test number
    723150042545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,077 miles (+18,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    123,077 miles
    Test number
    119220140934
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass104,657 miles (+9,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    104,657 miles
    Test number
    518875497114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass95,319 miles (+8,337)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    475039944483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    86,982 miles
    Test number
    415708753437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,982 miles (+15,215)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,982 miles
    Test number
    298678453378
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  17. Pass71,767 miles (+19,871)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,767 miles
    Test number
    759220692282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    51,896 miles
    Test number
    929302591240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,896 miles (+15,645)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,896 miles
    Test number
    785822691280
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass36,251 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,251 miles
    Test number
    137115521495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    36,236 miles
    Test number
    412935360355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,236 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,236 miles
    Test number
    373685160357
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LO04 CSO

Does LO04 CSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO04 CSO expired on 9 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO04 CSO?
The MOT on LO04 CSO expired on 9 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO04 CSO done?
LO04 CSO was recorded at 210,706 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2025, an average of 12,437 miles a year.
Has LO04 CSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 CSO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LO04 CSO 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 LO04 CSO find?
LO04 CSO passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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