BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 TTFMOT history

LP08 TTF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2025 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 149,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2024.

LP08 TTF 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 9 Jan 2025
Mileage
149,631 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2024
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,115 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LP08 TTF in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 TTF
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
14 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 TTF was last recorded at 149,631 miles on 9 Jan 2024, 2,872 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,759 miles · 10 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,872 miles
Average per year
8,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 149,631 miles
  • 2023 – 146,759 miles
  • 2022 – 143,266 miles
  • 2021 – 137,508 miles
  • 2020 – 131,789 miles
  • 2019 – 129,136 miles
  • 2018 – 126,400 miles
  • 2017 – 119,863 miles
  • 2016 – 110,531 miles
  • 2015 – 101,263 miles
  • 2014 – 90,862 miles
  • 2013 – 78,863 miles
  • 2012 – 62,933 miles
  • 2011 – 49,971 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,631 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective Red light on dash (1.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Advise general corrosion to inner sill areas at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Locator bracket corroded/holed from inner sill to axle beam
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • DPF warning symbol on.....intermittent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play apparent but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Strong smell of fumes under bonnet area.......

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,631 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    149,631 miles
    Test number
    106008913826
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective Red light on dash (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Advise general corrosion to inner sill areas at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Locator bracket corroded/holed from inner sill to axle beam
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail149,631 miles (+2,872)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,631 miles
    Test number
    612224680522
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective Red light on dash (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Advise general corrosion to inner sill areas at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Locator bracket corroded/holed from inner sill to axle beam
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,759 miles (+3,493)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    146,759 miles
    Test number
    871873032825
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high... Only just met requirements...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of fumes under bonnet..?

  4. Pass143,266 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,266 miles
    Test number
    154442021009
    • AdvisoryDPF warning symbol on.....intermittent
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play apparent but not to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of fumes under bonnet area.......

  5. Fail143,266 miles (+5,758)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,266 miles
    Test number
    371753715535
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure chalked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDPF warning symbol on.....intermittent
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is of a different construction to all other 3 tyres.....non run flat fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play apparent but not to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of fumes under bonnet area.......

  6. Pass137,508 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,508 miles
    Test number
    237576794815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail137,508 miles (+5,719)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,508 miles
    Test number
    998263068867
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass131,789 miles (+2,653)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,789 miles
    Test number
    629395806349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,136 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    129,136 miles
    Test number
    171893409941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,400 miles (+6,537)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    126,400 miles
    Test number
    319628264698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,863 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    119,863 miles
    Test number
    366820517129
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail119,832 miles (+9,301)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,832 miles
    Test number
    840249813135
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/40R17 94W (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/40R17 94W (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass110,531 miles (+9,268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,531 miles
    Test number
    394420709477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass101,263 miles (+10,401)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    101,263 miles
    Test number
    165806424761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,862 miles (+11,999)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    90,862 miles
    Test number
    809609134200
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass78,863 miles (+15,930)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,863 miles
    Test number
    297459333210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate delaminating

  17. Pass62,933 miles (+12,962)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,933 miles
    Test number
    228771942271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,971 miles (+1,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,971 miles
    Test number
    309455051266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass48,403 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,403 miles
    Test number
    755221101244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 TTF

Does LP08 TTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 TTF expired on 9 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 TTF?
The MOT on LP08 TTF expired on 9 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 TTF done?
LP08 TTF was recorded at 149,631 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2024, an average of 8,115 miles a year.
Has LP08 TTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 TTF has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LP08 TTF 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 TTF find?
LP08 TTF passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: brake warning device malfunctioning or defective red light on dash; obligatory mirror slightly loose; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced advise general corrosion to inner sill areas at rear, and 8 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LP08T registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.