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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 UFSMOT history

LP08 UFS is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 196,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

LP08 UFS 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 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
196,140 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UFS
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
8 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UFS was last recorded at 196,140 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,131 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
11,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 196,140 miles
  • 2023 – 189,694 miles
  • 2022 – 182,424 miles
  • 2019 – 158,411 miles
  • 2018 – 147,552 miles
  • 2017 – 123,645 miles
  • 2016 – 99,217 miles
  • 2015 – 87,334 miles
  • 2014 – 81,788 miles
  • 2013 – 70,736 miles
  • 2012 – 58,420 miles
  • 2011 – 47,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,140 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,140 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    196,140 miles
    Test number
    661812007524
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Fail196,131 miles (+6,437)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,131 miles
    Test number
    328595688314
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass189,694 miles (+44)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    189,694 miles
    Test number
    991933003074
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail189,650 miles (+7,226)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,650 miles
    Test number
    449713142928
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass182,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    182,424 miles
    Test number
    522311485766
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/o/s top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail182,424 miles (+24,013)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,424 miles
    Test number
    514816170517
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low n/o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/o/s top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass158,411 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    158,411 miles
    Test number
    450658621399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail158,371 miles (+10,819)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,371 miles
    Test number
    410981924572
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering rack retaining devices dangerously loose (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass147,552 miles (+23,907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    147,552 miles
    Test number
    788363494970
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Pass123,645 miles (+24,428)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    123,645 miles
    Test number
    497003590739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,217 miles (+11,883)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    99,217 miles
    Test number
    725728278686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,334 miles (+5,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,334 miles
    Test number
    305288195195
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass81,788 miles (+11,052)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,788 miles
    Test number
    128330614275
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust smoke test too clean to register on tester
  14. Pass70,736 miles (+12,316)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,736 miles
    Test number
    888214413249
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass58,420 miles (+11,045)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,420 miles
    Test number
    436027612281
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edge - advise tracking
  16. Pass47,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,375 miles
    Test number
    535823611259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 UFS

Does LP08 UFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 UFS expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UFS?
The MOT on LP08 UFS expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 UFS done?
LP08 UFS was recorded at 196,140 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 11,292 miles a year.
Has LP08 UFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UFS has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LP08 UFS 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 UFS find?
LP08 UFS passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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