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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 YMSMOT history

LP08 YMS is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 15 MOT tests, with 131,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

LP08 YMS 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 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
131,864 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
15 passed · 0 failed
Per year
6,048 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 YMS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 YMS was last recorded at 131,864 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 3,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
128,076 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,788 miles
Average per year
6,048 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,864 miles
  • 2025 – 128,076 miles
  • 2024 – 124,267 miles
  • 2023 – 122,368 miles
  • 2022 – 118,355 miles
  • 2021 – 116,346 miles
  • 2020 – 114,093 miles
  • 2019 – 110,679 miles
  • 2018 – 105,003 miles
  • 2017 – 102,077 miles
  • 2016 – 84,442 miles
  • 2015 – 73,826 miles
  • 2014 – 52,629 miles
  • 2013 – 39,872 miles
  • 2011 – 39,853 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,864 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake clip missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnder tray insecure

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,864 miles (+3,788)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    131,864 miles
    Test number
    758988578542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray insecure

  2. Pass128,076 miles (+3,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    128,076 miles
    Test number
    830300454890
    • 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))

  3. Pass124,267 miles (+1,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,267 miles
    Test number
    465107275009
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,368 miles (+4,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    122,368 miles
    Test number
    158715921713
    • 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. 17% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,355 miles (+2,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    118,355 miles
    Test number
    306217538751
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass116,346 miles (+2,253)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    116,346 miles
    Test number
    337239842786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,093 miles (+3,414)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    114,093 miles
    Test number
    846733857492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,679 miles (+5,676)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    110,679 miles
    Test number
    993854912806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,003 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    105,003 miles
    Test number
    194271465928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,077 miles (+17,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    102,077 miles
    Test number
    292245628473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass84,442 miles (+10,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,442 miles
    Test number
    732263637324
    • 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)

  12. Pass73,826 miles (+21,197)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,826 miles
    Test number
    219238005141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,629 miles (+12,757)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,629 miles
    Test number
    706388174055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,872 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,872 miles
    Test number
    976386413115
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass39,853 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,853 miles
    Test number
    297924301236
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise tracking

Questions about LP08 YMS

Does LP08 YMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 YMS is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 YMS?
The MOT on LP08 YMS is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 YMS done?
LP08 YMS was recorded at 131,864 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 6,048 miles a year.
Has LP08 YMS ever failed its MOT?
No. LP08 YMS has passed all 15 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on LP08 YMS 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 YMS find?
LP08 YMS passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake clip missing; offside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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