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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 GZUMOT history

LB09 GZU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 68,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
68,442 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB09 GZU was last recorded at 68,442 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,395 miles · 30 May 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
4,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,442 miles
  • 2025 – 62,011 miles
  • 2024 – 57,786 miles
  • 2023 – 47,273 miles
  • 2022 – 32,665 miles
  • 2021 – 31,809 miles
  • 2020 – 30,178 miles
  • 2019 – 27,930 miles
  • 2018 – 26,524 miles
  • 2017 – 23,945 miles
  • 2016 – 22,083 miles
  • 2015 – 19,770 miles
  • 2014 – 16,965 miles
  • 2013 – 13,181 miles
  • 2012 – 9,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,442 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,442 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    68,442 miles
    Test number
    494230672962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail68,395 miles (+6,384)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,395 miles
    Test number
    181406913410
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working off and nearside front wiper blades performance unable to be tested. (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underside of vehicle oil/fluid contamination. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff and nearside front headlamp cleaning devices provide no fluid/are defective.
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp illuminated red
  3. Pass62,011 miles (+4,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    62,011 miles
    Test number
    637120153372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass57,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    57,786 miles
    Test number
    473579403950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail57,785 miles (+10,512)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,785 miles
    Test number
    235596769996
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass47,273 miles (+14,608)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    47,273 miles
    Test number
    729220539412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,665 miles (+856)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    32,665 miles
    Test number
    512791060517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass31,809 miles (+1,631)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    31,809 miles
    Test number
    593661315054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  9. Pass30,178 miles (+2,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    30,178 miles
    Test number
    641488614998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Pass27,930 miles (+1,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    27,930 miles
    Test number
    883224526260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear has child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelt
  11. Pass26,524 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    26,524 miles
    Test number
    436262262102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail26,522 miles (+2,577)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,522 miles
    Test number
    905260666220
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass23,945 miles (+1,862)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    23,945 miles
    Test number
    803228231377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,083 miles (+2,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    22,083 miles
    Test number
    211947126621
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass19,770 miles (+2,805)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,770 miles
    Test number
    267031085176
    • 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)
    • NoteFront nearside and offside tyre slight deteriorated
  16. Pass16,965 miles (+3,784)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    16,965 miles
    Test number
    829248074165
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres has cuts and cracks but no cords
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has cuts but no cords
  17. Pass13,181 miles (+3,311)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    13,181 miles
    Test number
    826969973173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass9,870 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    9,870 miles
    Test number
    637780782158
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LB09 GZU

Does LB09 GZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 GZU is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 GZU?
The MOT on LB09 GZU is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 GZU done?
LB09 GZU was recorded at 68,442 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 4,202 miles a year.
Has LB09 GZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 GZU has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 GZU 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 GZU find?
LB09 GZU passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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