
BMW 3 Series
Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc
LR08 HNBMOT history
LR08 HNB is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 219,028 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 21 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 219,028 mi
- At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 16 passed · 2 failed
- Per year
- 8,970 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR08 HNB
- 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
- 28 Mar 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LR08 HNB was last recorded at 219,028 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 8,417 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 210,611 miles · 17 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 8,417 miles
- Average per year
- 8,970 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 219,028 miles
- 2025 – 210,611 miles
- 2024 – 201,603 miles
- 2023 – 193,384 miles
- 2022 – 184,756 miles
- 2021 – 182,113 miles
- 2020 – 177,234 miles
- 2019 – 169,896 miles
- 2018 – 164,223 miles
- 2017 – 156,809 miles
- 2016 – 145,558 miles
- 2015 – 138,279 miles
- 2014 – 127,697 miles
- 2013 – 115,456 miles
- 2012 – 94,885 miles
- 2011 – 81,702 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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.
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
18 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass219,028 miles (+8,417)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 219,028 miles
- Test number
- 192911601288
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass210,611 miles (+9,008)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 210,611 miles
- Test number
- 577419839292
- MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning o/s inop (4.5.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass201,603 miles (+197)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 201,603 miles
- Test number
- 318027429840
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail201,406 miles (+8,022)1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,406 miles
- Test number
- 205062114942
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass193,384 miles (+8,628)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 193,384 miles
- Test number
- 319328488837
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass184,756 miles (+2,643)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 184,756 miles
- Test number
- 999113762238
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Pass182,113 miles (+4,879)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 182,113 miles
- Test number
- 199921054433
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass177,234 miles (+7,338)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 177,234 miles
- Test number
- 832906419822
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass169,896 miles (+5,673)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 169,896 miles
- Test number
- 330479327912
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin X 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin X 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass164,223 miles (+7,414)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 164,223 miles
- Test number
- 145557570441
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass156,809 miles (+11,251)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 156,809 miles
- Test number
- 394094989786
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass145,558 miles (+7,279)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 145,558 miles
- Test number
- 579823596413
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
Pass138,279 miles (+10,582)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 138,279 miles
- Test number
- 146155485025
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass127,697 miles (+12,241)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 127,697 miles
- Test number
- 539025984047
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteO/s/r suspension creaking
Pass115,456 miles (+20,571)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 115,456 miles
- Test number
- 105361973054
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass94,885 miles (+41)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 94,885 miles
- Test number
- 578518882002
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail94,844 miles (+13,142)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,844 miles
- Test number
- 165526482043
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- 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)
Pass81,702 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 81,702 miles
- Test number
- 629079081015
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about LR08 HNB
- Does LR08 HNB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HNB is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LR08 HNB?
- The MOT on LR08 HNB is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LR08 HNB done?
- LR08 HNB was recorded at 219,028 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 8,970 miles a year.
- Has LR08 HNB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR08 HNB has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2024.
- Has the mileage on LR08 HNB 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 HNB find?
- LR08 HNB passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal.
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