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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

LR08 HYSMOT history

LR08 HYS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 69,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LR08 HYS black 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 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
69,841 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HYS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HYS was last recorded at 69,841 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 3,474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,367 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,474 miles
Average per year
3,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,841 miles
  • 2025 – 66,367 miles
  • 2024 – 62,654 miles
  • 2023 – 59,128 miles
  • 2022 – 54,451 miles
  • 2021 – 51,109 miles
  • 2020 – 49,041 miles
  • 2019 – 45,248 miles
  • 2018 – 42,208 miles
  • 2017 – 34,861 miles
  • 2016 – 28,855 miles
  • 2015 – 27,223 miles
  • 2014 – 25,005 miles
  • 2013 – 21,343 miles
  • 2012 – 18,710 miles
  • 2011 – 14,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,841 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have outer sidewall damage

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Outer ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Outer ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked but not affecting drivers view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,841 miles (+3,474)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    69,841 miles
    Test number
    847559628703
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have outer sidewall damage

  2. Pass66,367 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    66,367 miles
    Test number
    317271595299
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked but not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail66,366 miles (+3,712)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,366 miles
    Test number
    393071823387
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Small cut to cord (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked but not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyres sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on but not due to a fault with the system

  4. Pass62,654 miles (+3,526)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    62,654 miles
    Test number
    194257165532
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass59,128 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    59,128 miles
    Test number
    657868259244
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail59,128 miles (+4,677)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,128 miles
    Test number
    623283001285
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass54,451 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,451 miles
    Test number
    591654690777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,109 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    51,109 miles
    Test number
    841044095182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,041 miles (+3,793)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,041 miles
    Test number
    884018809635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,248 miles (+3,040)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    45,248 miles
    Test number
    906705867079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,208 miles (+7,347)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,208 miles
    Test number
    967126042432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,861 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,861 miles
    Test number
    221573372079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is cracking in tread area due age
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail34,861 miles (+6,006)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,861 miles
    Test number
    171826854035
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is cracking in tread area due age
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass28,855 miles (+1,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,855 miles
    Test number
    514068505387
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail27,223 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,223 miles
    Test number
    237301975098
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass27,223 miles (+2,218)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,223 miles
    Test number
    928861875088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,005 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,005 miles
    Test number
    649898754057
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail25,005 miles (+3,662)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,005 miles
    Test number
    559827454034
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass21,343 miles (+2,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    21,343 miles
    Test number
    368186043054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass18,710 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,710 miles
    Test number
    495278842029
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Fail18,710 miles (+4,400)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,710 miles
    Test number
    589167942052
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak present in transmission area.

  22. Pass14,310 miles (+4,002)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,310 miles
    Test number
    147896461057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail10,308 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,308 miles
    Test number
    589249751008
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LR08 HYS

Does LR08 HYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HYS is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HYS?
The MOT on LR08 HYS is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 HYS done?
LR08 HYS was recorded at 69,841 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 3,995 miles a year.
Has LR08 HYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HYS has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 HYS 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 HYS find?
LR08 HYS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; both front tyres have outer sidewall damage.

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