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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,494 cc

LP08 UZWMOT history

LP08 UZW is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 170,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

LP08 UZW grey 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 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
170,027 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UZW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UZW was last recorded at 170,027 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 5,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,787 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,240 miles
Average per year
7,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,027 miles
  • 2025 – 164,787 miles
  • 2024 – 158,390 miles
  • 2023 – 155,461 miles
  • 2022 – 145,133 miles
  • 2020 – 137,649 miles
  • 2019 – 133,659 miles
  • 2018 – 129,877 miles
  • 2017 – 125,375 miles
  • 2016 – 121,227 miles
  • 2015 – 110,687 miles
  • 2014 – 105,182 miles
  • 2013 – 93,523 miles
  • 2012 – 69,271 miles
  • 2011 – 52,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,027 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front to back.both sides. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,027 miles (+5,240)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    170,027 miles
    Test number
    924437810990
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front to back.both sides. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass164,787 miles (+6,397)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    164,787 miles
    Test number
    682483075197
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass158,390 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,390 miles
    Test number
    668582102426
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail158,390 miles (+2,929)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,390 miles
    Test number
    699909641407
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,461 miles (+10,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    155,461 miles
    Test number
    324001840143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,133 miles (+7,484)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    145,133 miles
    Test number
    601072743062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,649 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2021
    Odometer
    137,649 miles
    Test number
    383407273348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass133,659 miles (+3,782)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    133,659 miles
    Test number
    471562102558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,877 miles (+4,502)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,877 miles
    Test number
    300578409954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,375 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,375 miles
    Test number
    363777485754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,227 miles (+10,540)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    121,227 miles
    Test number
    333173051651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,687 miles (+5,505)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    110,687 miles
    Test number
    496592185108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but still readable from distance

  13. Pass105,182 miles (+11,659)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,182 miles
    Test number
    836928694137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine Management light ON
    • NoteFront Number Plate Damaged
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass93,523 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,523 miles
    Test number
    706433213241
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail93,523 miles (+24,252)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,523 miles
    Test number
    665183613256
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail69,271 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,271 miles
    Test number
    297082322207
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass69,271 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    69,271 miles
    Test number
    926782522207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,094 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,094 miles
    Test number
    277458782406
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.

  19. Fail69,094 miles (+16,505)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,094 miles
    Test number
    376386882140
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.

  20. Pass52,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,589 miles
    Test number
    419441581108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,580 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,580 miles
    Test number
    625791881153
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LP08 UZW

Does LP08 UZW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 UZW is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UZW?
The MOT on LP08 UZW is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 UZW done?
LP08 UZW was recorded at 170,027 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 7,966 miles a year.
Has LP08 UZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UZW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LP08 UZW 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 UZW find?
LP08 UZW passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated front to back.both sides.; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 3 more.

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