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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 MPVMOT history

LR08 MPV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 103,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LR08 MPV 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 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
103,480 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 MPV was last recorded at 103,480 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 2,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,684 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,796 miles
Average per year
6,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,480 miles
  • 2025 – 100,684 miles
  • 2024 – 97,441 miles
  • 2023 – 91,304 miles
  • 2022 – 89,592 miles
  • 2021 – 84,504 miles
  • 2020 – 77,507 miles
  • 2019 – 72,250 miles
  • 2018 – 63,037 miles
  • 2017 – 56,050 miles
  • 2016 – 44,717 miles
  • 2015 – 31,262 miles
  • 2014 – 23,658 miles
  • 2013 – 19,945 miles
  • 2012 – 16,713 miles
  • 2011 – 12,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,480 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking outer edges and tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edges (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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    103,480 miles
    Test number
    429877255526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking outer edges and tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail103,480 miles (+2,796)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,480 miles
    Test number
    512156242301
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre has cut in tread pattern showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking outer edges and tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass100,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,684 miles
    Test number
    183400250063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail100,684 miles (+3,243)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,684 miles
    Test number
    363133525137
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass97,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    97,441 miles
    Test number
    616675496745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail97,441 miles (+6,137)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,441 miles
    Test number
    554595979930
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass91,304 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,304 miles
    Test number
    214547019690
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
  8. Fail91,303 miles (+1,711)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,303 miles
    Test number
    205945843415
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
  9. Pass89,592 miles (+5,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,592 miles
    Test number
    921422690630
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorated
  10. Pass84,504 miles (+6,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,504 miles
    Test number
    822101526427
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass77,507 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,507 miles
    Test number
    663383864702
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Fail81,618 miles (+9,368)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,618 miles
    Test number
    127077140551
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit/ heavily cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass72,250 miles (+9,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,250 miles
    Test number
    976166517880
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE HEAVILLY WORN ON INNER EDGE OF TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass63,037 miles (+6,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,037 miles
    Test number
    153789962703
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass56,050 miles (+11,333)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,050 miles
    Test number
    144136055834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,717 miles (+13,455)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,717 miles
    Test number
    883996228483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,262 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,262 miles
    Test number
    266071165071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePossible engine fault.part of emissions test done in limp mode
  18. Fail31,262 miles (+7,604)1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,262 miles
    Test number
    947411765006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePossible engine fault.part of emissions test done in limp mode
  19. Pass23,658 miles (+3,713)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    23,658 miles
    Test number
    787428744049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,945 miles (+3,232)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    19,945 miles
    Test number
    499467353080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,713 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,713 miles
    Test number
    625397142041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    12,561 miles
    Test number
    429552351031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 MPV

Does LR08 MPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 MPV is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MPV?
The MOT on LR08 MPV is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 MPV done?
LR08 MPV was recorded at 103,480 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 6,042 miles a year.
Has LR08 MPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MPV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 MPV 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 MPV find?
LR08 MPV passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking outer edges and tread pattern; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on outer edges.

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