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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 UWTMOT history

LP08 UWT is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 106,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LP08 UWT black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
106,799 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UWT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UWT was last recorded at 106,799 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,796 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,799 miles
  • 2024 – 103,487 miles
  • 2023 – 98,962 miles
  • 2022 – 95,171 miles
  • 2021 – 90,050 miles
  • 2020 – 86,203 miles
  • 2019 – 83,030 miles
  • 2018 – 79,987 miles
  • 2017 – 76,361 miles
  • 2016 – 72,460 miles
  • 2015 – 67,585 miles
  • 2014 – 62,434 miles
  • 2013 – 53,938 miles
  • 2012 – 52,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,799 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,799 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    106,799 miles
    Test number
    773854515526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail106,796 miles (+3,309)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,796 miles
    Test number
    807917101354
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass103,487 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,487 miles
    Test number
    493793685714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder Tray Fitted

  4. Fail103,487 miles (+4,525)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,487 miles
    Test number
    881840453216
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder Tray Fitted

  5. Pass98,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    98,962 miles
    Test number
    195545203840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,962 miles (+3,791)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,962 miles
    Test number
    482536018863
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  7. Pass95,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,171 miles
    Test number
    129993233937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,171 miles (+5,121)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,171 miles
    Test number
    198110964988
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  9. Pass90,050 miles (+3,847)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,050 miles
    Test number
    214400912166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,203 miles
    Test number
    337091392740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,203 miles (+3,173)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,203 miles
    Test number
    880072863473
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass83,030 miles (+3,043)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,030 miles
    Test number
    854684075652
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass79,987 miles (+3,626)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,987 miles
    Test number
    404671113168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,361 miles
    Test number
    517740327936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,361 miles (+3,901)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,361 miles
    Test number
    631601765768
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass72,460 miles (+4,875)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,460 miles
    Test number
    997733764582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,585 miles (+5,151)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,585 miles
    Test number
    746540753623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,434 miles (+3,187)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    62,434 miles
    Test number
    967142754311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,247 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,247 miles
    Test number
    109764264414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail59,247 miles (+5,309)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,247 miles
    Test number
    509874164091
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass53,938 miles (+1,907)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,938 miles
    Test number
    926107063013
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass52,031 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,031 miles
    Test number
    469348762047
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront wiper blades are smearing slightly.
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LP08 UWT

Does LP08 UWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 UWT is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UWT?
The MOT on LP08 UWT is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 UWT done?
LP08 UWT was recorded at 106,799 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 4,003 miles a year.
Has LP08 UWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UWT has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LP08 UWT 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 UWT find?
LP08 UWT passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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