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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,171 cc

LR08 PYSMOT history

LR08 PYS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 124,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LR08 PYS black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2025
Mileage
124,199 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 PYS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 PYS was last recorded at 124,199 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 4,080 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,119 miles · 11 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
4,080 miles
Average per year
7,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,199 miles
  • 2024 – 120,119 miles
  • 2023 – 112,681 miles
  • 2021 – 111,795 miles
  • 2020 – 109,140 miles
  • 2019 – 101,885 miles
  • 2018 – 97,585 miles
  • 2017 – 92,238 miles
  • 2016 – 87,744 miles
  • 2015 – 74,910 miles
  • 2014 – 58,093 miles
  • 2013 – 45,128 miles
  • 2012 – 23,351 miles
  • 2011 – 8,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,199 miles
  • DangerousFront Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Flex Split (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail124,199 miles (+4,080)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,199 miles
    Test number
    982425988625
    • DangerousFront Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Flex Split (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass120,119 miles (+7,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,119 miles
    Test number
    439705902452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,681 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,681 miles
    Test number
    690347551321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail112,669 miles (+874)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,669 miles
    Test number
    921862715887
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass111,795 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,795 miles
    Test number
    385287154911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,140 miles (+7,255)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    109,140 miles
    Test number
    354571834123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    101,885 miles
    Test number
    215968765272
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail101,885 miles (+4,300)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,885 miles
    Test number
    949464870717
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,585 miles (+5,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,585 miles
    Test number
    861120698588
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass92,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,238 miles
    Test number
    676227344272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,236 miles (+4,492)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,236 miles
    Test number
    302659654703
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass87,744 miles (+12,834)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    212426632200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,910 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,910 miles
    Test number
    738155855177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,803 miles (+16,710)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,803 miles
    Test number
    727563655194
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass58,093 miles (+12,965)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,093 miles
    Test number
    577565054194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,128 miles (+1,151)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,128 miles
    Test number
    158169253174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass43,977 miles (+20,626)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,977 miles
    Test number
    805234783020
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing edges
    • NoteChips to screen

  18. Pass23,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,351 miles
    Test number
    128157082022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail23,235 miles (+14,239)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,235 miles
    Test number
    958387082020
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre getting low

  20. Pass8,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    8,996 miles
    Test number
    847912251087
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LR08 PYS

Does LR08 PYS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 PYS expired on 10 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 PYS?
The MOT on LR08 PYS expired on 10 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 PYS done?
LR08 PYS was recorded at 124,199 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 7,376 miles a year.
Has LR08 PYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 PYS has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 PYS 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 PYS find?
LR08 PYS failed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 4 advisories: front exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board flex split; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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