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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LO08 OUMMOT history

LO08 OUM is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 160,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2024.

LO08 OUM 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 23 Apr 2025
Mileage
160,411 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2024
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 OUM
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
3 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 OUM was last recorded at 160,411 miles on 24 Apr 2024, 8,468 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,943 miles · 19 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
8,468 miles
Average per year
8,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 160,411 miles
  • 2023 – 151,943 miles
  • 2022 – 145,741 miles
  • 2020 – 141,705 miles
  • 2019 – 129,134 miles
  • 2018 – 113,497 miles
  • 2017 – 101,933 miles
  • 2012 – 95,163 miles
  • 2011 – 51,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,411 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on limit (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 30 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,411 miles (+8,468)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    160,411 miles
    Test number
    375368737595
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on limit (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass151,943 miles (+6,202)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    151,943 miles
    Test number
    884608183028
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,741 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,741 miles
    Test number
    869280451070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail145,741 miles (+4,036)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,741 miles
    Test number
    185234643635
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,705 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,705 miles
    Test number
    114370709309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail141,705 miles (+12,571)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,705 miles
    Test number
    107120106062
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass129,134 miles (+15,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,134 miles
    Test number
    529761556613
    • 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))

  8. Pass113,497 miles (+11,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,497 miles
    Test number
    782408972027
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass101,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,933 miles
    Test number
    451222194781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,933 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,933 miles
    Test number
    727770713616
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    608092759695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,639 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    116,639 km
    Test number
    299633265056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  13. Pass95,163 miles (+43,636)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,163 miles
    Test number
    208063362460
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight damage to front registration plate

  14. Pass51,527 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    51,527 miles
    Test number
    276591381149
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LO08 OUM

Does LO08 OUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 OUM expired on 23 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 OUM?
The MOT on LO08 OUM expired on 23 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 OUM done?
LO08 OUM was recorded at 160,411 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2024, an average of 8,494 miles a year.
Has LO08 OUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 OUM has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LO08 OUM 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 OUM find?
LO08 OUM passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on edge, and 2 more.

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