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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 YMGMOT history

LP08 YMG is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2024.

LP08 YMG 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 30 Oct 2025
Mileage
125,293 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2024
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 YMG
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
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 YMG was last recorded at 125,293 miles on 31 Oct 2024, 4,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,382 miles · 25 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,911 miles
Average per year
7,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,293 miles
  • 2023 – 120,382 miles
  • 2022 – 114,109 miles
  • 2021 – 101,209 miles
  • 2020 – 90,361 miles
  • 2019 – 78,715 miles
  • 2017 – 77,122 miles
  • 2016 – 75,322 miles
  • 2015 – 68,596 miles
  • 2014 – 59,415 miles
  • 2013 – 44,936 miles
  • 2012 – 37,102 miles
  • 2011 – 29,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,293 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system: warning lamp illuminated....

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,293 miles (+4,911)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    125,293 miles
    Test number
    230777198514
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,382 miles (+6,273)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    120,382 miles
    Test number
    473605846421
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Pass114,109 miles (+12,900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,109 miles
    Test number
    867890692229
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All four (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass101,209 miles (+10,848)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,209 miles
    Test number
    860599338890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front wheel arches

  5. Pass90,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,361 miles
    Test number
    316197279559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,361 miles (+5,384)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,361 miles
    Test number
    832920176237
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass84,977 miles (+6,262)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,977 miles
    Test number
    236833307229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,715 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    78,715 miles
    Test number
    630674774569
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system: warning lamp illuminated....

  9. Fail78,712 miles (+1,590)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,712 miles
    Test number
    311628086225
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system: warning lamp illuminated....

  10. Pass77,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,122 miles
    Test number
    173486339536
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated....
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted....

  11. Fail77,118 miles (+1,796)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,118 miles
    Test number
    593130156223
    • FailureOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated....
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted....

  12. Pass75,322 miles (+6,726)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,322 miles
    Test number
    846260960438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,596 miles (+9,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,596 miles
    Test number
    589330475044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass59,415 miles (+14,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,415 miles
    Test number
    409036054069
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass44,936 miles (+7,834)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,936 miles
    Test number
    529928033041
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass37,102 miles (+7,387)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    37,102 miles
    Test number
    479725902184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,715 miles
    Test number
    536922401262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 YMG

Does LP08 YMG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 YMG expired on 30 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 YMG?
The MOT on LP08 YMG expired on 30 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 YMG done?
LP08 YMG was recorded at 125,293 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2024, an average of 7,196 miles a year.
Has LP08 YMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 YMG has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on LP08 YMG 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 YMG find?
LP08 YMG passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly chafed; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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