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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 HXAMOT history

LR08 HXA is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 158,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2022.

LR08 HXA blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2023
Mileage
158,730 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2022
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HXA
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
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HXA was last recorded at 158,730 miles on 20 Dec 2022, 14,160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,570 miles · 20 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
14,160 miles
Average per year
11,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 158,730 miles
  • 2021 – 144,570 miles
  • 2020 – 131,997 miles
  • 2019 – 120,707 miles
  • 2018 – 106,474 miles
  • 2017 – 91,733 miles
  • 2016 – 74,436 miles
  • 2015 – 54,985 miles
  • 2014 – 46,420 miles
  • 2013 – 41,563 miles
  • 2012 – 34,192 miles
  • 2011 – 25,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,730 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,730 miles (+14,160)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    158,730 miles
    Test number
    502191386036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass144,570 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    144,570 miles
    Test number
    716622045863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail144,558 miles (+12,561)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,558 miles
    Test number
    294790031380
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass131,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,997 miles
    Test number
    734780877728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail131,997 miles (+11,290)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,997 miles
    Test number
    213699462806
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass120,707 miles (+14,233)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,707 miles
    Test number
    291353645156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass106,474 miles (+14,741)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    106,474 miles
    Test number
    267174728781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,733 miles (+17,297)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    91,733 miles
    Test number
    955925590100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,436 miles (+19,451)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,436 miles
    Test number
    843430578404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,985 miles (+3,672)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,985 miles
    Test number
    784970451478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,313 miles (+4,893)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,313 miles
    Test number
    549513465008
    • NoteFront tyres heavily worn on edges

  12. Pass46,420 miles (+4,857)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    46,420 miles
    Test number
    227484964079
    • NoteDiesel test passed trigger point not met.

  13. Pass41,563 miles (+7,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,563 miles
    Test number
    769294363061
    • NoteChild seats fitted on rear seat

  14. Pass34,192 miles (+8,999)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,192 miles
    Test number
    256832162009
    • NoteTrigger point not met
    • NoteUnable to view rear coil springs fully

  15. Pass25,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,193 miles
    Test number
    186243961477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 HXA

Does LR08 HXA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 HXA expired on 19 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HXA?
The MOT on LR08 HXA expired on 19 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 HXA done?
LR08 HXA was recorded at 158,730 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2022, an average of 11,319 miles a year.
Has LR08 HXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HXA has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LR08 HXA 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 HXA find?
LR08 HXA passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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