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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 TNVMOT history

LP08 TNV is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 181,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LP08 TNV black 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
181,619 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 TNV
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
5 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 TNV was last recorded at 181,619 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 4,994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,625 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,994 miles
Average per year
6,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,619 miles
  • 2025 – 176,625 miles
  • 2023 – 166,834 miles
  • 2022 – 166,800 miles
  • 2021 – 165,005 miles
  • 2020 – 164,389 miles
  • 2019 – 156,087 miles
  • 2018 – 146,976 miles
  • 2016 – 143,839 miles
  • 2015 – 130,809 miles
  • 2014 – 114,831 miles
  • 2012 – 106,720 miles
  • 2011 – 91,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,619 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,619 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    181,619 miles
    Test number
    882846620587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass176,625 miles (+9,791)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    176,625 miles
    Test number
    522400418842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,834 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    166,834 miles
    Test number
    304791317573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass166,800 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    166,800 miles
    Test number
    806212308318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass165,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    165,005 miles
    Test number
    901110179885
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail164,995 miles (+606)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,995 miles
    Test number
    464545055611
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass164,389 miles (+262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    164,389 miles
    Test number
    591713987637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail164,127 miles (+8,040)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,127 miles
    Test number
    484249733284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass156,087 miles (+2,207)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    156,087 miles
    Test number
    738080739548
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail153,880 miles (+6,904)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,880 miles
    Test number
    318190549116
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass146,976 miles (+3,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    146,976 miles
    Test number
    371902182393
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both to limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass143,839 miles (+13,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,839 miles
    Test number
    691564195534
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass130,809 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    130,809 miles
    Test number
    102151822314
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all worn to 30% (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail130,806 miles (+10,797)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,806 miles
    Test number
    432580897154
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all worn to 30% (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass120,009 miles (+5,178)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    120,009 miles
    Test number
    518763705068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass114,831 miles (+8,111)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    114,831 miles
    Test number
    159902004042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass106,720 miles (+15,078)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    106,720 miles
    Test number
    729630622270
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass91,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    91,642 miles
    Test number
    117786311234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 TNV

Does LP08 TNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 TNV is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 TNV?
The MOT on LP08 TNV is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 TNV done?
LP08 TNV was recorded at 181,619 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 6,028 miles a year.
Has LP08 TNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 TNV has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LP08 TNV 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 TNV find?
LP08 TNV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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