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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LS08 ZGDMOT history

LS08 ZGD is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2024 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 108,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2023.

LS08 ZGD grey 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 8 May 2024
Mileage
108,668 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2023
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 ZGD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2024
Latest MOT test
9 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 ZGD was last recorded at 108,668 miles on 9 May 2023, 19,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,412 miles · 7 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
19,256 miles
Average per year
7,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,668 miles
  • 2022 – 89,412 miles
  • 2021 – 83,279 miles
  • 2019 – 69,214 miles
  • 2018 – 50,210 miles
  • 2017 – 45,390 miles
  • 2016 – 38,006 miles
  • 2015 – 33,138 miles
  • 2014 – 27,953 miles
  • 2013 – 24,328 miles
  • 2012 – 20,634 miles
  • 2011 – 16,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,668 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Wing mirror Seriously damaged, affecting rear view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp cleaning device defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brake discs worn advise replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear brake discs worn advise replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Evidence of front impact

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front nearside and offside front wiper blades slightly smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,668 miles (+19,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    108,668 miles
    Test number
    729639442136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,412 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,412 miles
    Test number
    183926439384
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,412 miles (+6,133)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,412 miles
    Test number
    137629097448
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,279 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    83,279 miles
    Test number
    698613407509
    • AdvisoryNearside Wing mirror Seriously damaged, affecting rear view
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp cleaning device defective

  5. Fail83,279 miles (+14,065)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,279 miles
    Test number
    589219558860
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured 2x Cracks in alloy (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Wing damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Wing mirror Seriously damaged, affecting rear view
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp cleaning device defective

  6. Pass69,214 miles (+620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,214 miles
    Test number
    781399164376
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn advise replacement
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn advise replacement
    • AdvisoryEvidence of front impact

  7. Fail68,594 miles (+18,384)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,594 miles
    Test number
    786224056341
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn advise replacement
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn advise replacement
    • AdvisoryEvidence of front impact

  8. Pass50,210 miles (+4,820)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,210 miles
    Test number
    876537850009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    45,390 miles
    Test number
    133609913171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,390 miles (+7,384)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,390 miles
    Test number
    935537038452
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  11. Pass38,006 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    38,006 miles
    Test number
    445981765012
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside front wiper blades slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread worn on inner edge

  12. Fail38,006 miles (+4,868)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,006 miles
    Test number
    462777901126
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside front wiper blades slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread worn on inner edge

  13. Pass33,138 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,138 miles
    Test number
    548987845167
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail33,138 miles (+5,185)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,138 miles
    Test number
    965158835158
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass27,953 miles (+3,625)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    27,953 miles
    Test number
    825949234134
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass24,328 miles (+122)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,328 miles
    Test number
    355769933141
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Fail24,206 miles (+3,572)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,206 miles
    Test number
    579812933140
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass20,634 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,634 miles
    Test number
    957064532197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,891 miles
    Test number
    866923931157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 ZGD

Does LS08 ZGD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS08 ZGD expired on 8 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS08 ZGD?
The MOT on LS08 ZGD expired on 8 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS08 ZGD done?
LS08 ZGD was recorded at 108,668 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2023, an average of 7,655 miles a year.
Has LS08 ZGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 ZGD has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS08 ZGD 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 ZGD find?
LS08 ZGD passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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