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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 HAEMOT history

LR08 HAE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 223,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

LR08 HAE blue 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 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
223,623 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LR08 HAE was last recorded at 223,623 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Mar 2026: 223,515 miles, lower than 237,318 miles on 10 Mar 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
223,515 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
108 miles
Average per year
9,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,623 miles
  • 2025 – 237,318 miles
  • 2024 – 225,534 miles
  • 2023 – 196,921 miles
  • 2022 – 190,579 miles
  • 2021 – 176,130 miles
  • 2020 – 168,068 miles
  • 2019 – 159,439 miles
  • 2018 – 152,117 miles
  • 2017 – 142,685 miles
  • 2016 – 131,435 miles
  • 2015 – 118,265 miles
  • 2014 – 105,398 miles
  • 2013 – 94,739 miles
  • 2012 – 83,946 miles
  • 2011 – 74,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,623 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively allx4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all of vehicles

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted not secured on its rubber mounting bracket to the shock absorber

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of under body components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under tray limitations

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,623 miles (+108)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    223,623 miles
    Test number
    702643727525
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively allx4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail223,515 miles (-13,803)2 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,515 miles
    Test number
    605912028485
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Marked (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Marked (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged Marked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged Marked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass237,318 miles (+11,784)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    237,318 miles
    Test number
    498620296316
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travels
    • AdvisoryUnder of vehicle corrosion various
  4. Pass225,534 miles (+28,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    225,534 miles
    Test number
    273000563189
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass196,921 miles (+145)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    196,921 miles
    Test number
    544009523587
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted not secured on its rubber mounting bracket to the shock absorber (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all of vehicles (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted not allowing full inspection of under body components
  6. Fail196,776 miles (+6,197)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,776 miles
    Test number
    394435611745
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted not secured on its rubber mounting bracket to the shock absorber (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all of vehicles (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted not allowing full inspection of under body components
  7. Pass190,579 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    190,579 miles
    Test number
    361443644322
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel
  8. Fail190,567 miles (+14,437)2 dangerous12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,567 miles
    Test number
    796119056064
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached securing bolt missing shocker to hub bolt (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side both rears (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass176,130 miles (+8,062)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    176,130 miles
    Test number
    267558870176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass168,068 miles (+8,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    168,068 miles
    Test number
    930481235942
    • AdvisoryUnder tray limitations
  11. Pass159,439 miles (+7,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    159,439 miles
    Test number
    721574767017
    • AdvisoryUnder tray limitations
  12. Pass152,117 miles (+9,432)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    152,117 miles
    Test number
    805107956443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass142,685 miles (+11,250)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    142,685 miles
    Test number
    469416621568
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass131,435 miles (+13,170)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    131,435 miles
    Test number
    891140909847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass118,265 miles (+12,867)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    118,265 miles
    Test number
    375527315017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,398 miles (+10,659)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    105,398 miles
    Test number
    456106914060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in NS/F tyre
  17. Pass94,739 miles (+10,793)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,739 miles
    Test number
    198672413454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,946 miles (+9,196)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    83,946 miles
    Test number
    107450332481
    • NoteN/S/F & O/S/F Tyres worn on outer edge
  19. Pass74,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,750 miles
    Test number
    919149061086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 HAE

Does LR08 HAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HAE is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HAE?
The MOT on LR08 HAE is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 HAE done?
LR08 HAE was recorded at 223,623 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 9,860 miles a year.
Has LR08 HAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HAE has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 HAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Mar 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR08 HAE find?
LR08 HAE passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively allx4; central front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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