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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 3,999 cc

LR08 VTNMOT history

LR08 VTN is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 80,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2025.

LR08 VTN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2026
Mileage
80,283 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VTN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VTN was last recorded at 80,283 miles on 24 Feb 2025, 6,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,685 miles · 21 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6,598 miles
Average per year
3,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,283 miles
  • 2024 – 73,685 miles
  • 2023 – 70,868 miles
  • 2020 – 67,254 miles
  • 2019 – 57,921 miles
  • 2018 – 57,909 miles
  • 2017 – 56,398 miles
  • 2016 – 54,446 miles
  • 2015 – 50,776 miles
  • 2014 – 46,168 miles
  • 2013 – 40,984 miles
  • 2012 – 31,995 miles
  • 2011 – 26,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,283 miles

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,283 miles (+6,598)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    80,283 miles
    Test number
    336640319256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,685 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    73,685 miles
    Test number
    238631324587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail73,685 miles (+2,817)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,685 miles
    Test number
    862804088109
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass70,868 miles (+3,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    70,868 miles
    Test number
    525584087486
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass67,254 miles (+9,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,254 miles
    Test number
    997730768790
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass57,921 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,921 miles
    Test number
    662803431786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail57,909 miles (+113)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,909 miles
    Test number
    589626456348
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  8. Pass57,796 miles (+1,398)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    57,796 miles
    Test number
    464203238170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,398 miles (+1,952)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,398 miles
    Test number
    197310046201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    514400003625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,446 miles (+3,670)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    850537379913
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass50,776 miles (+4,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,776 miles
    Test number
    136025065462
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass46,168 miles (+5,184)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    46,168 miles
    Test number
    386505464030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Fail40,984 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,984 miles
    Test number
    187695763413
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass40,984 miles (+8,989)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,984 miles
    Test number
    978975763072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,995 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,995 miles
    Test number
    829937362014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail31,995 miles (+5,123)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,995 miles
    Test number
    107615362416
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsf tyre wall damaged
    • NoteTpw light on

  18. Pass26,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    26,872 miles
    Test number
    648118801175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VTN

Does LR08 VTN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VTN expired on 23 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VTN?
The MOT on LR08 VTN expired on 23 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VTN done?
LR08 VTN was recorded at 80,283 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2025, an average of 3,855 miles a year.
Has LR08 VTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VTN has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 VTN 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 VTN find?
LR08 VTN passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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