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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 UEAMOT history

LP08 UEA is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 28 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 171,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2025.

LP08 UEA black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
171,819 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UEA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UEA was last recorded at 171,819 miles on 4 Aug 2025, 15,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
156,698 miles · 26 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
15,121 miles
Average per year
10,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,819 miles
  • 2024 – 156,698 miles
  • 2023 – 145,332 miles
  • 2022 – 128,901 miles
  • 2021 – 111,181 miles
  • 2020 – 97,638 miles
  • 2019 – 92,206 miles
  • 2018 – 81,083 miles
  • 2017 – 69,303 miles
  • 2016 – 63,314 miles
  • 2015 – 58,724 miles
  • 2014 – 48,912 miles
  • 2013 – 44,559 miles
  • 2011 – 26,622 miles
  • 2010 – 22,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,819 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,819 miles (+15,121)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    171,819 miles
    Test number
    483759015372
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass156,698 miles (+11,366)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    156,698 miles
    Test number
    644118344939
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,332 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    145,332 miles
    Test number
    132861527597
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket headlight bulbs fitted
    • AdvisoryCreak on front suspension
    • AdvisorySun strip fitted on front screen

  4. Fail145,332 miles (+16,431)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,332 miles
    Test number
    866828756790
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket headlight bulbs fitted
    • AdvisoryCreak on front suspension
    • AdvisorySun strip fitted on front screen

  5. Pass128,901 miles (+17,720)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,901 miles
    Test number
    590503883926
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass111,181 miles (+13,543)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,181 miles
    Test number
    611062159409
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryLight bulb warning lamp on dash

  7. Pass97,638 miles (+5,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,638 miles
    Test number
    874909277216
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass92,206 miles (+11,123)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,206 miles
    Test number
    349130545017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,083 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,083 miles
    Test number
    143122158438
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly out of balance

  10. Fail81,083 miles (+11,780)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,083 miles
    Test number
    839682345198
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly out of balance

  11. Pass69,303 miles (+5,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,303 miles
    Test number
    532809764187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass63,314 miles (+4,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    63,314 miles
    Test number
    262822149453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass58,724 miles (+9,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,724 miles
    Test number
    356033839387
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass48,912 miles (+4,353)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    48,912 miles
    Test number
    966466594199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,559 miles (+17,937)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,559 miles
    Test number
    958566223257
    • NoteNsr seat belt not checked due to child seat being fitted

  16. Pass26,622 miles (+4,446)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,622 miles
    Test number
    639243161212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,176 miles
    Test number
    423230270241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 UEA

Does LP08 UEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 UEA expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UEA?
The MOT on LP08 UEA expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 UEA done?
LP08 UEA was recorded at 171,819 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2025, an average of 10,075 miles a year.
Has LP08 UEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UEA has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LP08 UEA 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 UEA find?
LP08 UEA passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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