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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 FRDMOT history

LP08 FRD is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2023 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 161,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2022.

LP08 FRD 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 26 Jun 2023
Mileage
161,810 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2022
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 FRD
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
14 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 FRD was last recorded at 161,810 miles on 27 Jun 2022, 21,130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,680 miles · 28 May 2021
Between the last two tests
21,130 miles
Average per year
11,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 161,810 miles
  • 2021 – 140,680 miles
  • 2020 – 129,952 miles
  • 2019 – 114,496 miles
  • 2018 – 99,902 miles
  • 2017 – 87,790 miles
  • 2015 – 82,672 miles
  • 2014 – 73,988 miles
  • 2013 – 62,010 miles
  • 2012 – 50,822 miles
  • 2011 – 38,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,810 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Coolant leak from seam of radiater

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass161,810 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    161,810 miles
    Test number
    953767641716
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail161,810 miles (+21,130)2 major2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,810 miles
    Test number
    701464034382
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass140,680 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    140,680 miles
    Test number
    624539935446
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail140,680 miles (+10,728)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,680 miles
    Test number
    203954460342
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass129,952 miles (+111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,952 miles
    Test number
    399891241727
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from seam of radiater
  6. Fail129,841 miles (+15,345)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,841 miles
    Test number
    119679106383
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from seam of radiater
  7. Pass114,496 miles (+14,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    114,496 miles
    Test number
    798895845928
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass99,902 miles (+12,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    99,902 miles
    Test number
    953551472036
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex-pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
  9. Pass87,790 miles (+5,118)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    87,790 miles
    Test number
    742211387311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,672 miles (+8,684)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    82,672 miles
    Test number
    343910122629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,988 miles (+11,978)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,988 miles
    Test number
    688162094167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass62,010 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    62,010 miles
    Test number
    515187793110
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Fail62,010 miles (+11,188)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,010 miles
    Test number
    568357493141
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass50,822 miles (+11,907)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,822 miles
    Test number
    985115892141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,915 miles
    Test number
    185942791165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,915 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,915 miles
    Test number
    426400291178
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LP08 FRD

Does LP08 FRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 FRD expired on 26 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 FRD?
The MOT on LP08 FRD expired on 26 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 FRD done?
LP08 FRD was recorded at 161,810 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2022, an average of 11,205 miles a year.
Has LP08 FRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 FRD has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LP08 FRD 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 LP08 FRD find?
LP08 FRD passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front brake hose slightly damaged both sides; front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone bushes, and 2 more.

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