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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 CVCMOT history

LB09 CVC is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 195,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
195,628 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 CVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 CVC was last recorded at 195,628 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,577 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
9,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,628 miles
  • 2025 – 188,768 miles
  • 2024 – 184,167 miles
  • 2023 – 176,950 miles
  • 2022 – 167,559 miles
  • 2021 – 159,490 miles
  • 2020 – 153,388 miles
  • 2019 – 143,601 miles
  • 2018 – 133,348 miles
  • 2017 – 122,463 miles
  • 2016 – 111,588 miles
  • 2015 – 100,397 miles
  • 2014 – 88,587 miles
  • 2013 – 78,765 miles
  • 2012 – 63,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,628 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,628 miles (+51)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    195,628 miles
    Test number
    554762769210
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail195,577 miles (+6,809)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,577 miles
    Test number
    302635180473
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass188,768 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    188,768 miles
    Test number
    333126893727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail188,765 miles (+4,598)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,765 miles
    Test number
    325777824818
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass184,167 miles (+7,217)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    184,167 miles
    Test number
    883564816009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass176,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    176,950 miles
    Test number
    331212374699
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail176,950 miles (+9,391)2 major4 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,950 miles
    Test number
    791791296937
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass167,559 miles (+145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    167,559 miles
    Test number
    951758422124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail167,414 miles (+7,924)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,414 miles
    Test number
    869568175661
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass159,490 miles (+29)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    159,490 miles
    Test number
    409963703285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp cracked/deteriorated

  11. Fail159,461 miles (+6,073)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,461 miles
    Test number
    639343078054
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp cracked/deteriorated

  12. Pass153,388 miles (+80)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    153,388 miles
    Test number
    341468257396
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  13. Fail153,308 miles (+9,707)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,308 miles
    Test number
    714498303188
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose joint in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass143,601 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    143,601 miles
    Test number
    287827132213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake imbalance offside lower

  15. Fail143,601 miles (+10,253)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,601 miles
    Test number
    475937143795
    • MajorNearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake imbalance offside lower

  16. Pass133,348 miles (+10,885)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    133,348 miles
    Test number
    270400290833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass122,463 miles (+10,875)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,463 miles
    Test number
    546678648479
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops deteriorating

  18. Pass111,588 miles (+150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    111,588 miles
    Test number
    332475267287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail111,438 miles (+11,041)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,438 miles
    Test number
    216194455087
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass100,397 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    100,397 miles
    Test number
    817116905123
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth sides front tyre wearing thin on outer edges

  21. Fail100,394 miles (+11,807)1 dangerous4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,394 miles
    Test number
    748236305127
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth sides front tyre wearing thin on outer edges

  22. Pass88,587 miles (+9,822)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,587 miles
    Test number
    245016484048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,765 miles (+15,042)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,765 miles
    Test number
    819507283027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,723 miles
    Test number
    259654482443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 CVC

Does LB09 CVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 CVC is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 CVC?
The MOT on LB09 CVC is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 CVC done?
LB09 CVC was recorded at 195,628 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 9,761 miles a year.
Has LB09 CVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 CVC has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 CVC 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 LB09 CVC find?
LB09 CVC passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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