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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 XATMOT history

LR08 XAT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 83,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

LR08 XAT silver 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 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
83,286 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XAT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XAT was last recorded at 83,286 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,280 miles · 9 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,286 miles
  • 2025 – 70,704 miles
  • 2023 – 70,313 miles
  • 2022 – 61,595 miles
  • 2021 – 56,344 miles
  • 2020 – 50,144 miles
  • 2019 – 42,231 miles
  • 2018 – 38,521 miles
  • 2017 – 27,456 miles
  • 2016 – 22,397 miles
  • 2015 – 18,099 miles
  • 2014 – 15,242 miles
  • 2013 – 13,154 miles
  • 2012 – 11,081 miles
  • 2011 – 8,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,286 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,286 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    83,286 miles
    Test number
    208485113734
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail83,280 miles (+5)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,280 miles
    Test number
    113957250069
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail83,275 miles (+12,571)2 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,275 miles
    Test number
    539008279711
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs showing signs of heat damage(both)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil warning (on)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some parts.

  4. Pass70,704 miles (+391)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    70,704 miles
    Test number
    545138478599
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (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 BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail70,313 miles (+8,718)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,313 miles
    Test number
    226290411948
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass61,595 miles (+5,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,595 miles
    Test number
    842874045387
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass56,344 miles (+6,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    56,344 miles
    Test number
    563829650105
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass50,144 miles (+7,913)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    50,144 miles
    Test number
    846167627050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,231 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,231 miles
    Test number
    453569494108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    40,010 miles
    Test number
    825192738498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,010 miles (+1,489)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,010 miles
    Test number
    761235443278
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass38,521 miles (+11,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,521 miles
    Test number
    708496440413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass27,456 miles (+5,059)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,456 miles
    Test number
    291202261584
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edges

  14. Pass22,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    22,397 miles
    Test number
    309020432711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail22,397 miles (+4,298)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,397 miles
    Test number
    997707593507
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass18,099 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    18,099 miles
    Test number
    929233585011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,242 miles (+2,088)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    15,242 miles
    Test number
    725180574030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,154 miles (+2,073)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    13,154 miles
    Test number
    437903373021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,081 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    11,081 miles
    Test number
    839746462067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    8,847 miles
    Test number
    356293971056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 XAT

Does LR08 XAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XAT is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XAT?
The MOT on LR08 XAT is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XAT done?
LR08 XAT was recorded at 83,286 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,858 miles a year.
Has LR08 XAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 XAT has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 XAT 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 XAT find?
LR08 XAT passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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