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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

LP08 UVWMOT history

LP08 UVW is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 124,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

LP08 UVW white 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 2023
Mileage
124,702 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UVW was last recorded at 124,702 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,231 miles · 6 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
471 miles
Average per year
6,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,702 miles
  • 2021 – 124,231 miles
  • 2020 – 118,117 miles
  • 2019 – 111,079 miles
  • 2018 – 107,103 miles
  • 2017 – 99,320 miles
  • 2016 – 91,994 miles
  • 2015 – 84,405 miles
  • 2014 – 72,495 miles
  • 2012 – 57,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,702 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 21 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,702 miles (+471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    124,702 miles
    Test number
    360726952567
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass124,231 miles (+44)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,231 miles
    Test number
    472454239185
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail124,187 miles (+6,070)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,187 miles
    Test number
    700800045501
    • 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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass118,117 miles (+7,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    118,117 miles
    Test number
    987658334683
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass111,079 miles (+3,976)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    111,079 miles
    Test number
    869176343272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass107,103 miles (+7,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    107,103 miles
    Test number
    945013681052
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  7. Pass99,320 miles (+7,326)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,320 miles
    Test number
    485811252235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,994 miles (+7,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    91,994 miles
    Test number
    985139679469
    • AdvisoryEngine man light on
  9. Pass84,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    84,405 miles
    Test number
    336800945015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,405 miles (+11,910)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,405 miles
    Test number
    606930145091
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  11. Pass72,495 miles (+15,416)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,495 miles
    Test number
    365974634007
    • NoteBoth Side Rear Tyre Running low on Iner Edge..
    • NoteOff Side Front Tyre Running low On Outer Edge..
  12. Pass57,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,079 miles
    Test number
    497626122399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 UVW

Does LP08 UVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 UVW expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UVW?
The MOT on LP08 UVW expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 UVW done?
LP08 UVW was recorded at 124,702 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 6,853 miles a year.
Has LP08 UVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UVW has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LP08 UVW 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 UVW find?
LP08 UVW passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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