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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LO08 WHSMOT history

LO08 WHS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 145,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

LO08 WHS black 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 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
145,378 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 WHS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 WHS was last recorded at 145,378 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 3,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,314 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,064 miles
Average per year
8,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,378 miles
  • 2025 – 142,314 miles
  • 2024 – 139,932 miles
  • 2023 – 132,331 miles
  • 2022 – 124,827 miles
  • 2021 – 118,672 miles
  • 2019 – 107,391 miles
  • 2018 – 98,222 miles
  • 2017 – 88,156 miles
  • 2016 – 79,511 miles
  • 2015 – 67,109 miles
  • 2014 – 55,181 miles
  • 2012 – 36,908 miles
  • 2011 – 23,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,378 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre Not repairable if punctured
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,378 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    145,378 miles
    Test number
    830668417076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre Not repairable if punctured
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail145,378 miles (+3,064)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,378 miles
    Test number
    980167724808
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre Not repairable if punctured
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,314 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    142,314 miles
    Test number
    931544676162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail142,312 miles (+2,380)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,312 miles
    Test number
    882078415247
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass139,932 miles (+7,601)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,932 miles
    Test number
    651220708258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,331 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,331 miles
    Test number
    655752268044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail132,330 miles (+7,503)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,330 miles
    Test number
    810218876182
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass124,827 miles (+6,155)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,827 miles
    Test number
    870191016791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system indicating a fault

  9. Pass118,672 miles (+11,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,672 miles
    Test number
    322169854015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass107,391 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,391 miles
    Test number
    782555697673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail107,391 miles (+9,169)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,391 miles
    Test number
    281162700407
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass98,222 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,222 miles
    Test number
    870475822928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail98,047 miles (+9,891)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,047 miles
    Test number
    875608307402
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass88,156 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,156 miles
    Test number
    500915123323
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Fail88,155 miles (+8,644)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,155 miles
    Test number
    536020229339
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Pass79,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,511 miles
    Test number
    942283025197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,511 miles (+12,402)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,511 miles
    Test number
    914104311628
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass67,109 miles (+11,928)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,109 miles
    Test number
    657976845146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass55,181 miles (+18,273)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,181 miles
    Test number
    309479244118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,908 miles (+13,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,908 miles
    Test number
    995148902272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass23,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,207 miles
    Test number
    946167901269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,207 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,207 miles
    Test number
    555573901244
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about LO08 WHS

Does LO08 WHS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 WHS is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 WHS?
The MOT on LO08 WHS is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 WHS done?
LO08 WHS was recorded at 145,378 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 8,200 miles a year.
Has LO08 WHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 WHS has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LO08 WHS 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 WHS find?
LO08 WHS passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front nail in tyre not repairable if punctured, and 3 more.

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