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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

Y8 LDXMOT history

Y8 LDX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 174,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

Y8 LDX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
174,202 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 LDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 LDX was last recorded at 174,202 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 8,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,137 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,065 miles
Average per year
8,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,202 miles
  • 2025 – 166,137 miles
  • 2024 – 159,528 miles
  • 2023 – 144,299 miles
  • 2022 – 135,498 miles
  • 2021 – 124,921 miles
  • 2020 – 113,914 miles
  • 2019 – 100,467 miles
  • 2018 – 87,495 miles
  • 2017 – 78,171 miles
  • 2016 – 68,715 miles
  • 2015 – 59,060 miles
  • 2014 – 55,689 miles
  • 2013 – 50,188 miles
  • 2012 – 46,129 miles
  • 2011 – 40,508 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,202 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,202 miles (+8,065)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    174,202 miles
    Test number
    505163206620
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass166,137 miles (+135)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    166,137 miles
    Test number
    250725016866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail166,002 miles (+6,474)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,002 miles
    Test number
    902199679538
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass159,528 miles (+15,229)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,528 miles
    Test number
    169881361818
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both rear outer boots weeping at ends (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,299 miles (+208)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    144,299 miles
    Test number
    398105193630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail144,091 miles (+8,593)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,091 miles
    Test number
    147786569946
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Nearside trackrod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass135,498 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,498 miles
    Test number
    436552200223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail135,436 miles (+10,515)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,436 miles
    Test number
    869055479526
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass124,921 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,921 miles
    Test number
    592342921016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer, almost bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail124,921 miles (+11,007)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,921 miles
    Test number
    536837307635
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer, almost bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass113,914 miles (+13,447)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,914 miles
    Test number
    997827214849
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake line corred (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from the tranmisson and the enigne (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suub frame the rear is correded but not weak (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass100,467 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,467 miles
    Test number
    589091290519
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail100,452 miles (+12,957)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,452 miles
    Test number
    593861773683
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass87,495 miles (+9,324)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,495 miles
    Test number
    218432419451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,171 miles (+9,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,171 miles
    Test number
    594534141066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass68,715 miles (+9,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    68,715 miles
    Test number
    785141130804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass59,060 miles (+382)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,060 miles
    Test number
    201466143689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,678 miles (+2,989)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,678 miles
    Test number
    297835335126
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust downpipe clamp fractured
    • NoteNSF tyre worn on edges
    • NoteOSF tyre worn on edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass55,689 miles (+5,501)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,689 miles
    Test number
    309759244142
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  20. Pass50,188 miles (+4,059)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,188 miles
    Test number
    275960653140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,129 miles (+5,621)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,129 miles
    Test number
    909243342145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass40,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,508 miles
    Test number
    609167741157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 LDX

Does Y8 LDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 LDX is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 LDX?
The MOT on Y8 LDX is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 LDX done?
Y8 LDX was recorded at 174,202 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 8,683 miles a year.
Has Y8 LDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 LDX has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y8 LDX 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 Y8 LDX find?
Y8 LDX passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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