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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LR08 HZAMOT history

LR08 HZA is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

LR08 HZA grey 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 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
97,146 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HZA was last recorded at 97,146 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 2,344 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,802 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,344 miles
Average per year
4,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,146 miles
  • 2025 – 94,802 miles
  • 2024 – 92,459 miles
  • 2023 – 88,783 miles
  • 2022 – 81,702 miles
  • 2021 – 78,617 miles
  • 2020 – 75,241 miles
  • 2019 – 72,759 miles
  • 2018 – 70,450 miles
  • 2017 – 67,199 miles
  • 2016 – 64,757 miles
  • 2015 – 60,802 miles
  • 2014 – 58,243 miles
  • 2013 – 50,385 miles
  • 2012 – 41,508 miles
  • 2011 – 28,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,146 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Undertrays fitted.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Both front tyres wearing on outer edge and tread perished.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    97,146 miles
    Test number
    373327860159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,146 miles (+2,344)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,146 miles
    Test number
    913505824054
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass94,802 miles (+2,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    94,802 miles
    Test number
    828343331014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass92,459 miles (+3,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,459 miles
    Test number
    226356146722
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass88,783 miles (+7,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    88,783 miles
    Test number
    457277616159
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  6. Pass81,702 miles (+3,085)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    81,702 miles
    Test number
    126342999531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass78,617 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,617 miles
    Test number
    276997599168
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge and tread perished.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  8. Fail78,617 miles (+3,376)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,617 miles
    Test number
    429467681667
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge and tread perished.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  9. Pass75,241 miles (+2,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,241 miles
    Test number
    588232660394
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass72,759 miles (+2,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,759 miles
    Test number
    572805424933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass70,450 miles (+3,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,450 miles
    Test number
    809618590871
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads perished.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  12. Pass67,199 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    67,199 miles
    Test number
    538104184837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,757 miles (+3,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,757 miles
    Test number
    501227526091
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Pass60,802 miles (+2,559)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    60,802 miles
    Test number
    296492115216
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing outter edges
    • NoteBoth front wheel valves perished
  15. Pass58,243 miles (+7,858)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,243 miles
    Test number
    327248614256
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteOff side rear tyre worn inner edge very close to cords
  16. Pass50,385 miles (+8,877)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,385 miles
    Test number
    905356823254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass41,508 miles (+12,582)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,508 miles
    Test number
    436809822293
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass28,926 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,926 miles
    Test number
    498698821223
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
  19. Fail28,926 miles (+891)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,926 miles
    Test number
    915588821221
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
  20. Pass28,035 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,035 miles
    Test number
    315072651026
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR08 HZA

Does LR08 HZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HZA is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HZA?
The MOT on LR08 HZA is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 HZA done?
LR08 HZA was recorded at 97,146 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 4,478 miles a year.
Has LR08 HZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HZA has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 HZA 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 HZA find?
LR08 HZA passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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