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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 ZHMMOT history

LR08 ZHM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

LR08 ZHM blue 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 4 May 2024
Mileage
143,475 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 ZHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 ZHM was last recorded at 143,475 miles on 5 May 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,473 miles · 2 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 143,475 miles
  • 2022 – 139,960 miles
  • 2021 – 133,572 miles
  • 2020 – 128,381 miles
  • 2019 – 119,295 miles
  • 2018 – 114,860 miles
  • 2017 – 107,161 miles
  • 2015 – 95,061 miles
  • 2014 – 90,748 miles
  • 2013 – 83,894 miles
  • 2012 – 72,041 miles
  • 2011 – 65,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,475 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pad warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,475 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    143,475 miles
    Test number
    959119068352
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail143,473 miles (+3,513)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,473 miles
    Test number
    955606859034
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHand brake light always on
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass139,960 miles (+7)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    139,960 miles
    Test number
    237773240249
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail139,953 miles (+6,381)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,953 miles
    Test number
    731198038853
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass133,572 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    133,572 miles
    Test number
    315309463293
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  6. Fail133,570 miles (+5,189)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,570 miles
    Test number
    734171348116
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  7. Pass128,381 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    128,381 miles
    Test number
    958817275585
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail128,380 miles (+9,085)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,380 miles
    Test number
    507739258042
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  9. Pass119,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,295 miles
    Test number
    879867866140
    • AdvisoryFront 235/30/20
    • AdvisoryRear 265/30/20
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail119,295 miles (+4,435)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,295 miles
    Test number
    810275583610
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 235/30/20
    • AdvisoryRear 265/30/20
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass114,860 miles (+7,699)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,860 miles
    Test number
    438624885271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass107,161 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    107,161 miles
    Test number
    202854925070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive support bracket has deep surface corrosion (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small chips (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCovers under car causing restricted view of some components

  13. Fail107,161 miles (+1)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,161 miles
    Test number
    562908235095
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive support bracket has deep surface corrosion (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small chips (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCovers under car causing restricted view of some components

  14. Fail107,160 miles (+12,099)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,160 miles
    Test number
    704303856422
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  15. Pass95,061 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,061 miles
    Test number
    417339195077
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail95,061 miles (+4,313)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,061 miles
    Test number
    718757695034
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass90,748 miles (+6,854)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,748 miles
    Test number
    727728394036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,894 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    83,894 miles
    Test number
    536997363070
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail83,894 miles (+11,853)1 failure2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,894 miles
    Test number
    436115363071
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail72,041 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,041 miles
    Test number
    125474992058
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  21. Pass72,041 miles (+6,912)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    72,041 miles
    Test number
    647884692080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,129 miles
    Test number
    949058881095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 ZHM

Does LR08 ZHM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 ZHM expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 ZHM?
The MOT on LR08 ZHM expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 ZHM done?
LR08 ZHM was recorded at 143,475 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 6,474 miles a year.
Has LR08 ZHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 ZHM has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 ZHM 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 ZHM find?
LR08 ZHM passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside; front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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