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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 PFVMOT history

LP08 PFV is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 183,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2022.

LP08 PFV 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 23 Jun 2023
Mileage
183,291 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 PFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 PFV was last recorded at 183,291 miles on 24 Jun 2022, 10,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,366 miles · 3 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
10,925 miles
Average per year
7,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 183,291 miles
  • 2021 – 172,366 miles
  • 2020 – 167,899 miles
  • 2019 – 162,307 miles
  • 2018 – 151,039 miles
  • 2017 – 139,761 miles
  • 2016 – 128,080 miles
  • 2015 – 119,181 miles
  • 2014 – 115,323 miles
  • 2012 – 108,207 miles
  • 2011 – 96,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,291 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass183,291 miles (+10,925)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    183,291 miles
    Test number
    840134125026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass172,366 miles (+4,467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    172,366 miles
    Test number
    396379047804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with undertrays
  3. Pass167,899 miles (+5,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    167,899 miles
    Test number
    954084786472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass162,307 miles (+11,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    162,307 miles
    Test number
    654423424039
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass151,039 miles (+11,278)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    151,039 miles
    Test number
    655918617727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass139,761 miles (+11,681)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    139,761 miles
    Test number
    880679719887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    128,080 miles
    Test number
    901696822706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail128,079 miles (+8,898)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,079 miles
    Test number
    603448950160
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  9. Pass119,181 miles (+3,858)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    119,181 miles
    Test number
    258977025070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,323 miles (+7,116)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    115,323 miles
    Test number
    805898914099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,207 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    108,207 miles
    Test number
    329236162293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail108,193 miles (+11,514)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,193 miles
    Test number
    999244462230
    • 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)
  13. Fail96,679 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,679 miles
    Test number
    238303301227
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteN/s front tyre has uneven wear (also noise from inside the tyre)
  14. Pass96,679 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    96,679 miles
    Test number
    245293701283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteN/s front tyre has uneven wear (also noise from inside the tyre)

Questions about LP08 PFV

Does LP08 PFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 PFV expired on 23 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 PFV?
The MOT on LP08 PFV expired on 23 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 PFV done?
LP08 PFV was recorded at 183,291 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2022, an average of 7,929 miles a year.
Has LP08 PFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 PFV has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on LP08 PFV 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 PFV find?
LP08 PFV passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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