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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 UVUMOT history

LP08 UVU is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 204,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2023.

LP08 UVU 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 2 Nov 2024
Mileage
204,725 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2023
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UVU
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
12 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UVU was last recorded at 204,725 miles on 3 Nov 2023, 7,566 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,159 miles · 23 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
7,566 miles
Average per year
9,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 204,725 miles
  • 2022 – 197,159 miles
  • 2021 – 193,575 miles
  • 2020 – 189,282 miles
  • 2019 – 183,966 miles
  • 2018 – 174,546 miles
  • 2017 – 161,930 miles
  • 2016 – 138,969 miles
  • 2015 – 130,948 miles
  • 2014 – 117,430 miles
  • 2013 – 102,143 miles
  • 2012 – 97,053 miles
  • 2011 – 81,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,725 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTpms light illuminated

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, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass204,725 miles (+7,566)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    204,725 miles
    Test number
    944351109048
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light illuminated

  2. Pass197,159 miles (+3,584)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    197,159 miles
    Test number
    404023870646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass193,575 miles (+4,293)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    193,575 miles
    Test number
    913036605335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass189,282 miles (+5,316)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    189,282 miles
    Test number
    190906319369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass183,966 miles (+9,420)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    183,966 miles
    Test number
    160965749762
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner alloy rim repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass174,546 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    174,546 miles
    Test number
    863405278230
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint between front pipe and turbo (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail174,546 miles (+12,616)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,546 miles
    Test number
    937300303244
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint between front pipe and turbo (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass161,930 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    161,930 miles
    Test number
    388382084138
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases between DPF and turbo (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber dust cover badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInjector seals leaking slightly

  9. Fail161,930 miles (+22,961)3 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,930 miles
    Test number
    465573054922
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases between DPF and turbo (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge badly worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber dust cover badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInjector seals leaking slightly

  10. Pass138,969 miles (+8,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    138,969 miles
    Test number
    445262664188
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  11. Pass130,948 miles (+13,518)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    130,948 miles
    Test number
    746325065002
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyre tread at 2mm
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  12. Pass117,430 miles (+15,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    117,430 miles
    Test number
    378156064097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass102,143 miles (+5,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,143 miles
    Test number
    727477263032
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail97,053 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,053 miles
    Test number
    726550612257
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass97,053 miles (+15,263)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    97,053 miles
    Test number
    846400612290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass81,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    81,790 miles
    Test number
    148631701287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,790 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,790 miles
    Test number
    818109491106
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LP08 UVU

Does LP08 UVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 UVU expired on 2 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UVU?
The MOT on LP08 UVU expired on 2 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 UVU done?
LP08 UVU was recorded at 204,725 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2023, an average of 9,998 miles a year.
Has LP08 UVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UVU has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on LP08 UVU 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 UVU find?
LP08 UVU passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2023 with 11 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 8 more.

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