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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 AVWMOT history

LR08 AVW is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 107,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LR08 AVW silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,542 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 AVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 AVW was last recorded at 107,542 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 3,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
104,287 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,255 miles
Average per year
6,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,542 miles
  • 2024 – 104,287 miles
  • 2023 – 95,712 miles
  • 2022 – 84,032 miles
  • 2021 – 77,882 miles
  • 2020 – 71,077 miles
  • 2019 – 65,906 miles
  • 2018 – 56,927 miles
  • 2017 – 47,509 miles
  • 2016 – 35,578 miles
  • 2015 – 28,403 miles
  • 2014 – 21,918 miles
  • 2013 – 16,571 miles
  • 2012 – 11,026 miles
  • 2011 – 7,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,542 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,542 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,542 miles
    Test number
    564806425536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corroded

  2. Fail107,540 miles (+3,253)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,540 miles
    Test number
    256339840556
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corroded

  3. Pass104,287 miles (+8,575)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    104,287 miles
    Test number
    187822625614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,712 miles (+11,680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    95,712 miles
    Test number
    558382075746
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated ALL BRAKE HOSES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass84,032 miles (+6,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,032 miles
    Test number
    382651670329
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass77,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    77,882 miles
    Test number
    569679019615
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail77,869 miles (+6,792)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,869 miles
    Test number
    756251543457
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass71,077 miles (+5,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,077 miles
    Test number
    755732197389
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

  9. Pass65,906 miles (+8,979)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,906 miles
    Test number
    912657537230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,927 miles (+9,418)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    56,927 miles
    Test number
    145037035134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,509 miles (+11,931)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,509 miles
    Test number
    537410540993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass35,578 miles (+7,175)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    35,578 miles
    Test number
    889934673034
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak around gearbox area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHorn working but only in 1 part of steering wheel

  13. Pass28,403 miles (+6,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    28,403 miles
    Test number
    567565493330
    • AdvisoryEngine, Under floor and side sills covered

  14. Pass21,918 miles (+5,347)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    21,918 miles
    Test number
    488700014394
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  15. Pass16,571 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    16,571 miles
    Test number
    807136123360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    11,026 miles
    Test number
    366653032323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail11,026 miles (+1,585)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,026 miles
    Test number
    936123732321
    • FailureUpper Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass9,441 miles (+1,996)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    9,441 miles
    Test number
    396706562091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    7,445 miles
    Test number
    208907561019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 AVW

Does LR08 AVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 AVW is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 AVW?
The MOT on LR08 AVW is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 AVW done?
LR08 AVW was recorded at 107,542 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 6,663 miles a year.
Has LR08 AVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 AVW has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 AVW 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 LR08 AVW find?
LR08 AVW passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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