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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LS08 PVXMOT history

LS08 PVX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 150,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

LS08 PVX black 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 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
150,905 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 PVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS08 PVX was last recorded at 150,905 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 18,009 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,896 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
18,009 miles
Average per year
8,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,905 miles
  • 2025 – 132,896 miles
  • 2024 – 123,979 miles
  • 2023 – 116,243 miles
  • 2022 – 107,773 miles
  • 2021 – 101,355 miles
  • 2020 – 95,312 miles
  • 2019 – 85,945 miles
  • 2018 – 78,637 miles
  • 2017 – 71,491 miles
  • 2016 – 62,212 miles
  • 2015 – 52,062 miles
  • 2014 – 45,916 miles
  • 2013 – 39,136 miles
  • 2012 – 34,510 miles
  • 2011 – 23,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,905 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Movement in front flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside rear tyre worn low on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen chipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,905 miles (+18,009)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,905 miles
    Test number
    264762046418
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass132,896 miles (+8,917)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    132,896 miles
    Test number
    645085564546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass123,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    123,979 miles
    Test number
    153565831634
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perished

  4. Fail123,979 miles (+7,736)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,979 miles
    Test number
    684201839582
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perished

  5. Pass116,243 miles (+8,470)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    116,243 miles
    Test number
    654743732339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,773 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,773 miles
    Test number
    632036168021
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail107,766 miles (+6,411)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,766 miles
    Test number
    554955269196
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass101,355 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,355 miles
    Test number
    883535121974
    • AdvisoryMovement in front flexi
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  9. Fail101,305 miles (+5,993)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,305 miles
    Test number
    419322186738
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured Cracked through welding repair (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Clamp missing (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMovement in front flexi
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn to legal limit advise replacment
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  10. Pass95,312 miles (+9,367)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    95,312 miles
    Test number
    531738375769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  11. Pass85,945 miles (+7,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,945 miles
    Test number
    194332581570
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryDiesel smoke test result is below a recordable level
    • AdvisoryWelded repairs made to n/s/f + n/s/r road wheels

  12. Pass78,637 miles (+7,146)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    742822753163
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass71,491 miles (+9,279)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,491 miles
    Test number
    336908423273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,212 miles (+268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,212 miles
    Test number
    538225537824
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts

  15. Fail61,944 miles (+9,882)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,944 miles
    Test number
    874153915962
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broken at front

  16. Pass52,062 miles (+6,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,062 miles
    Test number
    629869745129
    • 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)

  17. Pass45,916 miles (+6,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,916 miles
    Test number
    216531864446
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass39,136 miles (+4,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,136 miles
    Test number
    507647753165
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass34,510 miles (+11,361)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,510 miles
    Test number
    877934862145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,149 miles
    Test number
    206931001486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail23,149 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,149 miles
    Test number
    455031801102
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about LS08 PVX

Does LS08 PVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 PVX is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS08 PVX?
The MOT on LS08 PVX is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 PVX done?
LS08 PVX was recorded at 150,905 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 8,224 miles a year.
Has LS08 PVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 PVX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS08 PVX 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 LS08 PVX find?
LS08 PVX failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; headlamp lens slightly defective, and 6 more.

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