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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

E9 BEMMOT history

E9 BEM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 223,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

E9 BEM blue 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 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
223,744 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E9 BEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
21 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

E9 BEM was last recorded at 223,744 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 13,389 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,355 miles · 25 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
13,389 miles
Average per year
12,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,744 miles
  • 2025 – 210,355 miles
  • 2024 – 195,270 miles
  • 2023 – 174,176 miles
  • 2022 – 160,263 miles
  • 2021 – 147,300 miles
  • 2020 – 136,126 miles
  • 2019 – 121,984 miles
  • 2018 – 110,780 miles
  • 2017 – 106,078 miles
  • 2016 – 96,464 miles
  • 2015 – 82,858 miles
  • 2014 – 68,664 miles
  • 2013 – 55,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,744 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Pair (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,744 miles (+13,389)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    223,744 miles
    Test number
    701794555164
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Pair (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass210,355 miles (+205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    210,355 miles
    Test number
    589480170552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail210,150 miles (+14,880)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,150 miles
    Test number
    240250043871
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass195,270 miles (+21,094)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    195,270 miles
    Test number
    616901231171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,176 miles (+13,913)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    174,176 miles
    Test number
    525999479447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,263 miles (+12,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    160,263 miles
    Test number
    103335742963
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass147,300 miles (+11,174)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,300 miles
    Test number
    827465357803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass136,126 miles (+14,142)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,126 miles
    Test number
    494459573091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass121,984 miles (+11,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,984 miles
    Test number
    284773926606
    • 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))
  10. Pass110,780 miles (+4,702)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,780 miles
    Test number
    887380247041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    106,078 miles
    Test number
    890434773881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail106,078 miles (+9,614)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,078 miles
    Test number
    430723304457
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords showing (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass96,464 miles (+13,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    96,464 miles
    Test number
    464189199379
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops deteriorated
  14. Pass82,858 miles (+14,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,858 miles
    Test number
    149130357904
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads getting low.
  15. Pass68,664 miles (+13,397)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,664 miles
    Test number
    265863084277
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMinor damage wheel rims.
    • NoteOffside front inner bead rim slightly distorted.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.
  16. Pass55,267 miles (+5,065)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,267 miles
    Test number
    225868193211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,202 miles
    Test number
    249828323160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,202 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,202 miles
    Test number
    299228623478
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Questions about E9 BEM

Does E9 BEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on E9 BEM is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on E9 BEM?
The MOT on E9 BEM is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has E9 BEM done?
E9 BEM was recorded at 223,744 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 12,918 miles a year.
Has E9 BEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E9 BEM has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on E9 BEM 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 E9 BEM find?
E9 BEM passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output pair; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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