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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 GFUMOT history

LP08 GFU is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 188,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2023.

LP08 GFU grey 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 12 Nov 2024
Mileage
188,653 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 GFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 GFU was last recorded at 188,653 miles on 13 Nov 2023, 2,428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,225 miles · 15 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,428 miles
Average per year
6,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 188,653 miles
  • 2022 – 186,225 miles
  • 2021 – 185,154 miles
  • 2020 – 184,322 miles
  • 2019 – 182,360 miles
  • 2018 – 178,315 miles
  • 2017 – 177,004 miles
  • 2016 – 169,388 miles
  • 2015 – 153,898 miles
  • 2014 – 136,653 miles
  • 2012 – 114,736 miles
  • 2011 – 107,114 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,653 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Corrosion to rear subframe and associated suspension components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,653 miles (+2,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    188,653 miles
    Test number
    750038863989
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass186,225 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    186,225 miles
    Test number
    110229933927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Fail186,225 miles (+1,071)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,225 miles
    Test number
    419245447808
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Pass185,154 miles (+832)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    185,154 miles
    Test number
    471940221398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass184,322 miles (+1,962)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    184,322 miles
    Test number
    107151006544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass182,360 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    182,360 miles
    Test number
    657746028216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail182,360 miles (+4,045)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,360 miles
    Test number
    790866744380
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass178,315 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    178,315 miles
    Test number
    757708522775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass177,004 miles (+7,616)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    177,004 miles
    Test number
    513715991618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass169,388 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    169,388 miles
    Test number
    562379907903
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe and associated suspension components.
    • AdvisoryEngine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

  11. Fail169,387 miles (+15,489)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,387 miles
    Test number
    698136059638
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe and associated suspension components.
    • AdvisoryEngine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

  12. Pass153,898 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    153,898 miles
    Test number
    604975445457
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan / chassis leg areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan / chassis leg areas (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nsr
    • AdvisoryOs front shock dust boot split
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to some under body components / panels
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / heat shields / engine covers / component covers limiting access to prescribed areas and or items

  13. Fail153,898 miles (+17,245)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,898 miles
    Test number
    344195004130
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan / chassis leg areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan / chassis leg areas (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nsr
    • AdvisoryOs front shock dust boot split
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to some under body components / panels
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / heat shields / engine covers / component covers limiting access to prescribed areas and or items

  14. Pass136,653 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    136,653 miles
    Test number
    388659764479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail136,653 miles (+7,775)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,653 miles
    Test number
    587799264285
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass128,878 miles (+14,142)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    128,878 miles
    Test number
    428763504098
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTail gate struts not holding door in open position
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass114,736 miles (+7,622)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    114,736 miles
    Test number
    439041972283
    • 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
    • NoteBoth rear shock bump stops perished
    • NoteSill guards, splash gaurds, undercarrage trays and heat sheilds giving little or no access to prescribed areas or items

  18. Pass107,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    107,114 miles
    Test number
    906265761156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail107,114 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,114 miles
    Test number
    105464961185
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber bump stop perished

Questions about LP08 GFU

Does LP08 GFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 GFU expired on 12 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 GFU?
The MOT on LP08 GFU expired on 12 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 GFU done?
LP08 GFU was recorded at 188,653 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2023, an average of 6,566 miles a year.
Has LP08 GFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 GFU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LP08 GFU 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 GFU find?
LP08 GFU passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2023 with 3 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated all; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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