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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LR08 HMKMOT history

LR08 HMK is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2025 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 189,874 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2024.

LR08 HMK silver 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 28 Dec 2025
Mileage
189,874 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2024
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HMK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HMK was last recorded at 189,874 miles on 11 Dec 2024, 18,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,969 miles · 29 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
18,905 miles
Average per year
9,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 189,874 miles
  • 2023 – 170,969 miles
  • 2022 – 155,199 miles
  • 2021 – 148,439 miles
  • 2019 – 143,049 miles
  • 2018 – 134,352 miles
  • 2017 – 115,717 miles
  • 2016 – 105,251 miles
  • 2015 – 96,172 miles
  • 2014 – 86,774 miles
  • 2013 – 76,436 miles
  • 2012 – 66,881 miles
  • 2011 – 53,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,874 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Amber brake warning light on dash - o/s/r pad warning wire damaged/broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,874 miles (+18,905)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    189,874 miles
    Test number
    142421594158
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass170,969 miles (+15,770)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    170,969 miles
    Test number
    777693582664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass155,199 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    155,199 miles
    Test number
    178501554709
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail155,198 miles (+6,759)3 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,198 miles
    Test number
    755307691713
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass148,439 miles (+5,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,439 miles
    Test number
    515772611283
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass143,049 miles (+34)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    143,049 miles
    Test number
    282019599942
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryAmber brake warning light on dash - o/s/r pad warning wire damaged/broken
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre 3mm + wearing on inner edge

  7. Fail143,015 miles (+8,663)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,015 miles
    Test number
    388533611796
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryAmber brake warning light on dash - o/s/r pad warning wire damaged/broken
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre 3mm + wearing on inner edge

  8. Pass134,352 miles (+18,635)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    134,352 miles
    Test number
    934231439945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,717 miles (+10,466)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,717 miles
    Test number
    736011957036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,251 miles (+9,079)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,251 miles
    Test number
    732882591151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s/r tyre
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to n/s/r o/s/r brake pipes
    • AdvisorySigns of distortion to o/s/f n/s/r road wheel inner rims

  11. Pass96,172 miles (+9,398)1 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,172 miles
    Test number
    679162775062
    • DangerousBoth front tyres Heavily worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass86,774 miles (+10,338)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    86,774 miles
    Test number
    807089664068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass76,436 miles (+9,555)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,436 miles
    Test number
    757281473002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass66,881 miles (+13,381)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,881 miles
    Test number
    335515362096
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on there inner and outer edges

  15. Pass53,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,500 miles
    Test number
    355754861088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 HMK

Does LR08 HMK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 HMK expired on 28 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HMK?
The MOT on LR08 HMK expired on 28 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 HMK done?
LR08 HMK was recorded at 189,874 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2024, an average of 9,903 miles a year.
Has LR08 HMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HMK has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 HMK 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 HMK find?
LR08 HMK passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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