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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 HCUMOT history

LB09 HCU is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 212,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Mar 2027
Mileage
212,456 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 HCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 HCU was last recorded at 212,456 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,452 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,456 miles
  • 2025 – 200,839 miles
  • 2024 – 191,415 miles
  • 2023 – 184,836 miles
  • 2022 – 175,511 miles
  • 2021 – 167,541 miles
  • 2020 – 162,798 miles
  • 2019 – 148,591 miles
  • 2018 – 143,737 miles
  • 2016 – 137,119 miles
  • 2015 – 132,995 miles
  • 2014 – 126,143 miles
  • 2013 – 121,592 miles
  • 2012 – 114,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,456 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,456 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    212,456 miles
    Test number
    884772356769
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail212,452 miles (+11,613)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,452 miles
    Test number
    879209091878
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached Bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass200,839 miles (+9,424)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    200,839 miles
    Test number
    436623863199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass191,415 miles (+6,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    191,415 miles
    Test number
    481784080503
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass184,836 miles (+9,325)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    184,836 miles
    Test number
    802899370941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass175,511 miles (+7,970)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    175,511 miles
    Test number
    123103313502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass167,541 miles (+4,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    167,541 miles
    Test number
    455793717741
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass162,798 miles (+14,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    162,798 miles
    Test number
    240620649085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass148,591 miles (+4,854)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    148,591 miles
    Test number
    953854393797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,737 miles (+6,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    143,737 miles
    Test number
    333542199591
    • 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)

  11. Pass137,119 miles (+4,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    137,119 miles
    Test number
    183065758689
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass132,995 miles (+6,852)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    132,995 miles
    Test number
    826123005287
    • NoteZero emmishions

  13. Pass126,143 miles (+4,551)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    126,143 miles
    Test number
    448598684192
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass121,592 miles (+7,467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    121,592 miles
    Test number
    198367893127
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass114,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    114,125 miles
    Test number
    535831282173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 HCU

Does LB09 HCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 HCU is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 HCU?
The MOT on LB09 HCU is valid until 14 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 HCU done?
LB09 HCU was recorded at 212,456 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 7,177 miles a year.
Has LB09 HCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 HCU has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 HCU 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 HCU find?
LB09 HCU passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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