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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 GHYMOT history

LP08 GHY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 128,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LP08 GHY silver 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 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
128,195 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 GHY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 GHY was last recorded at 128,195 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 7,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,438 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,757 miles
Average per year
7,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,195 miles
  • 2023 – 110,972 miles
  • 2022 – 101,190 miles
  • 2021 – 88,180 miles
  • 2020 – 84,034 miles
  • 2019 – 77,450 miles
  • 2018 – 71,733 miles
  • 2017 – 67,770 miles
  • 2016 – 61,627 miles
  • 2015 – 54,369 miles
  • 2014 – 47,284 miles
  • 2013 – 40,607 miles
  • 2012 – 32,157 miles
  • 2011 – 25,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,195 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 TREAD IS LIGHTLY PERISHING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,195 miles (+7,757)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    128,195 miles
    Test number
    932582754340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  2. Pass120,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    120,438 miles
    Test number
    734060654694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail120,438 miles (+9,466)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,438 miles
    Test number
    672242957112
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass110,972 miles (+9,782)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,972 miles
    Test number
    754940799633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass101,190 miles (+8,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,190 miles
    Test number
    287636240222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass92,805 miles (+4,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,805 miles
    Test number
    305561755359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside of tyre is worn, may need tracking. (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass88,180 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,180 miles
    Test number
    515270888673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,034 miles (+6,584)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,034 miles
    Test number
    974517020650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,450 miles (+5,717)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    77,450 miles
    Test number
    727269653971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,733 miles (+3,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,733 miles
    Test number
    727831396190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perishing in treads 225/45x17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted
  11. Pass67,770 miles (+152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,770 miles
    Test number
    614488194454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE TREAD IS LIGHTLY PERISHING
  12. Fail67,618 miles (+5,991)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,618 miles
    Test number
    745516149963
    • FailureEmissions not tested ENGINE WARNING LIGHT IS ON & IS RUNNING ON LIMP HOME MODE (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE TREAD IS LIGHTLY PERISHING
  13. Pass61,627 miles (+7,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,627 miles
    Test number
    680132642350
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f headlight slightly insecure
  14. Pass54,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,369 miles
    Test number
    107932885003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,369 miles (+7,085)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,369 miles
    Test number
    627002685037
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  16. Pass47,284 miles (+6,677)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,284 miles
    Test number
    565966484072
    • 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
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass40,607 miles (+8,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,607 miles
    Test number
    378068353157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Pass32,157 miles (+6,731)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,157 miles
    Test number
    747582652134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,426 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,426 miles
    Test number
    778697651109
    • 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)

Questions about LP08 GHY

Does LP08 GHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 GHY is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 GHY?
The MOT on LP08 GHY is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 GHY done?
LP08 GHY was recorded at 128,195 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 7,070 miles a year.
Has LP08 GHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 GHY has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LP08 GHY 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 GHY find?
LP08 GHY passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated; front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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