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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 2,171 cc

LO08 OKXMOT history

LO08 OKX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 156,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2024.

LO08 OKX blue 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 22 May 2025
Mileage
156,860 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 OKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2025
Latest MOT test
23 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 OKX was last recorded at 156,860 miles on 23 May 2024, 312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,548 miles · 8 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
312 miles
Average per year
8,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 156,860 miles
  • 2022 – 156,548 miles
  • 2020 – 152,053 miles
  • 2019 – 143,936 miles
  • 2018 – 136,362 miles
  • 2017 – 125,398 miles
  • 2016 – 112,524 miles
  • 2015 – 98,536 miles
  • 2014 – 89,747 miles
  • 2013 – 75,224 miles
  • 2012 – 59,217 miles
  • 2011 – 44,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,860 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.

  • Engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,860 miles (+312)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    156,860 miles
    Test number
    476561512870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass156,548 miles (+4,495)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    156,548 miles
    Test number
    207742236337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass152,053 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    152,053 miles
    Test number
    452951258432
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  4. Fail152,053 miles (+8,117)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,053 miles
    Test number
    686897211033
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  5. Pass143,936 miles (+1,152)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,936 miles
    Test number
    818741943263
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  6. Pass142,784 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    142,784 miles
    Test number
    159742890878
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  7. Fail142,784 miles (+6,422)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,784 miles
    Test number
    731026625273
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  8. Pass136,362 miles (+10,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    136,362 miles
    Test number
    908754028638
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  9. Pass125,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    125,398 miles
    Test number
    276834063432
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Fail125,398 miles (+12,874)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,398 miles
    Test number
    723739876785
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure below 1.6mm on tread depth (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm good year eagle ins 5 225/45r17 91w (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Pass112,524 miles (+13,988)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,524 miles
    Test number
    660468344636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,536 miles (+8,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    98,536 miles
    Test number
    476872994264
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass89,747 miles (+14,523)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,747 miles
    Test number
    849480614260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,224 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,224 miles
    Test number
    878114233254
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail75,224 miles (+16,007)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,224 miles
    Test number
    916402633200
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass59,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,217 miles
    Test number
    357484032408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,217 miles (+14,411)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,217 miles
    Test number
    439641032222
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  18. Pass44,806 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,806 miles
    Test number
    958429201282
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine manegment light on

Questions about LO08 OKX

Does LO08 OKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 OKX expired on 22 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 OKX?
The MOT on LO08 OKX expired on 22 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 OKX done?
LO08 OKX was recorded at 156,860 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2024, an average of 8,740 miles a year.
Has LO08 OKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 OKX has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LO08 OKX 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 LO08 OKX find?
LO08 OKX passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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