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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 LCXMOT history

LP08 LCX is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 185,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2023.

LP08 LCX blue 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 2 Jan 2024
Mileage
185,455 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2023
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 LCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 LCX was last recorded at 185,455 miles on 3 Jan 2023, 8,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,105 miles · 9 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
8,350 miles
Average per year
12,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 185,455 miles
  • 2021 – 177,105 miles
  • 2020 – 168,402 miles
  • 2019 – 156,826 miles
  • 2018 – 143,042 miles
  • 2017 – 131,082 miles
  • 2016 – 115,601 miles
  • 2015 – 99,852 miles
  • 2014 – 84,735 miles
  • 2013 – 69,848 miles
  • 2012 – 56,342 miles
  • 2011 – 40,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,455 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear diff has slight leak

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Under trays fitted to front and side panels covering brake pipes.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,455 miles (+8,350)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    185,455 miles
    Test number
    734988091119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has slight leak
  2. Pass177,105 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    177,105 miles
    Test number
    347937600131
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff Driveshaft Seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail177,105 miles (+8,703)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,105 miles
    Test number
    183982899931
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff Driveshaft Seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass168,402 miles (+11,576)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    168,402 miles
    Test number
    286050157125
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning loose connection (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end pipe to hose slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Pass156,826 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    156,826 miles
    Test number
    705657549231
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to front and side panels covering brake pipes.
  6. Fail156,825 miles (+13,783)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,825 miles
    Test number
    302514915068
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated Level is on max. Amber light not red. (1.1.10 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to front and side panels covering brake pipes.
  7. Pass143,042 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    143,042 miles
    Test number
    925827077665
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail142,959 miles (+11,877)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,959 miles
    Test number
    966990753846
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
  9. Pass131,082 miles (+15,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    131,082 miles
    Test number
    812703477359
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly worn uneven on inner edges
  10. Pass115,601 miles (+15,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,601 miles
    Test number
    842440358163
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Pass99,852 miles (+15,117)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,852 miles
    Test number
    905899455176
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
  12. Pass84,735 miles (+14,887)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,735 miles
    Test number
    239442384142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,848 miles (+13,506)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,848 miles
    Test number
    467101893146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,342 miles (+16,296)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,342 miles
    Test number
    417431002299
    • NoteNear side front tyre wearing on edges
  15. Pass40,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,046 miles
    Test number
    297467841136
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Questions about LP08 LCX

Does LP08 LCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 LCX expired on 2 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 LCX?
The MOT on LP08 LCX expired on 2 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 LCX done?
LP08 LCX was recorded at 185,455 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2023, an average of 12,529 miles a year.
Has LP08 LCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 LCX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LP08 LCX 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 LCX find?
LP08 LCX passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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