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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LO08 OUPMOT history

LO08 OUP is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 74,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LO08 OUP black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
74,896 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 OUP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 OUP was last recorded at 74,896 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 1,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,859 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,037 miles
Average per year
4,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,896 miles
  • 2024 – 73,859 miles
  • 2022 – 68,153 miles
  • 2021 – 62,753 miles
  • 2020 – 58,241 miles
  • 2019 – 55,944 miles
  • 2018 – 50,967 miles
  • 2017 – 46,379 miles
  • 2016 – 40,623 miles
  • 2015 – 35,512 miles
  • 2014 – 31,011 miles
  • 2013 – 26,703 miles
  • 2012 – 22,610 miles
  • 2011 – 17,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,896 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,896 miles (+1,037)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    74,896 miles
    Test number
    300466878837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,859 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    73,859 miles
    Test number
    224501243317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,469 miles (+4,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    72,469 miles
    Test number
    616544535238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass68,153 miles (+5,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    68,153 miles
    Test number
    408558317986
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass62,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    62,753 miles
    Test number
    496009318873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Fail62,753 miles (+4,512)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,753 miles
    Test number
    508466009998
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass58,241 miles (+2,297)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,241 miles
    Test number
    656176544905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass55,944 miles (+4,977)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,944 miles
    Test number
    991096465106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,967 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,967 miles
    Test number
    564463108238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,866 miles (+4,487)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,866 miles
    Test number
    909660837545
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass46,379 miles (+5,756)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    46,379 miles
    Test number
    174699837608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,623 miles (+5,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,623 miles
    Test number
    717978499436
    • AdvisoryAll tyre treads close to legal limit,front tyres slight cracking
  13. Pass35,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,512 miles
    Test number
    367773765160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,512 miles (+4,501)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,512 miles
    Test number
    635705662378
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear low on inner edge
  15. Pass31,011 miles (+4,308)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,011 miles
    Test number
    138410004258
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass26,703 miles (+4,093)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,703 miles
    Test number
    287324103255
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass22,610 miles (+5,506)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,610 miles
    Test number
    589218422203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,104 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    17,104 miles
    Test number
    916077591142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail16,994 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,994 miles
    Test number
    936220791115
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre heavily worn inner edge and cracking.
    • NoteOffside front tyre heavily worn inner edge and cracking.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre heavily worn inner edge, no cords showing.

Questions about LO08 OUP

Does LO08 OUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 OUP is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 OUP?
The MOT on LO08 OUP is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 OUP done?
LO08 OUP was recorded at 74,896 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 4,013 miles a year.
Has LO08 OUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 OUP has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LO08 OUP 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 OUP find?
LO08 OUP passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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