BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 JMXMOT history

LB09 JMX is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
113,745 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,126 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB09 JMX in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 JMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 JMX was last recorded at 113,745 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,644 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
6,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,745 miles
  • 2025 – 108,708 miles
  • 2024 – 104,289 miles
  • 2023 – 99,522 miles
  • 2022 – 91,645 miles
  • 2021 – 86,156 miles
  • 2020 – 83,015 miles
  • 2019 – 73,099 miles
  • 2018 – 62,345 miles
  • 2017 – 54,794 miles
  • 2016 – 46,982 miles
  • 2015 – 39,828 miles
  • 2014 – 34,227 miles
  • 2012 – 26,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,745 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,745 miles (+101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    994818999907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail113,644 miles (+4,936)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,644 miles
    Test number
    978145475729
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damage affecting character(s) (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working wipers not tested as a result (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,708 miles (+336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    108,708 miles
    Test number
    615299882734
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail108,372 miles (+4,083)1 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,372 miles
    Test number
    108806435456
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFUEL CAP SEAL DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass104,289 miles (+146)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    104,289 miles
    Test number
    597534141483
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail104,143 miles (+4,621)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,143 miles
    Test number
    914157706147
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass99,522 miles (+7,877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    99,522 miles
    Test number
    215885045419
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass91,645 miles (+5,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,645 miles
    Test number
    209135786379
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower front suspension arm's bushes worn

  9. Pass86,156 miles (+3,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,156 miles
    Test number
    782886881844
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp washer jets damaged
    • 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. Pass83,015 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,015 miles
    Test number
    388744795867
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail83,015 miles (+9,916)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,015 miles
    Test number
    214036697611
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass73,099 miles (+10,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,099 miles
    Test number
    504326394147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass62,345 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,345 miles
    Test number
    969420850193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail62,342 miles (+7,548)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,342 miles
    Test number
    131728190736
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass54,794 miles (+7,812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,794 miles
    Test number
    901374997784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,982 miles (+7,154)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,982 miles
    Test number
    815760901601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,828 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,828 miles
    Test number
    286373545030
    • NoteLight wear to n/s/r tyre on inner edge

  18. Fail39,828 miles (+5,601)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,828 miles
    Test number
    378163245009
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteLight wear to n/s/r tyre on inner edge

  19. Pass34,227 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    34,227 miles
    Test number
    658046554052
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing slightly

  20. Fail34,204 miles (+7,904)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,204 miles
    Test number
    178206554482
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing slightly

  21. Pass26,300 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,300 miles
    Test number
    178838472149
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWipers staring to smear

Questions about LB09 JMX

Does LB09 JMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 JMX is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 JMX?
The MOT on LB09 JMX is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 JMX done?
LB09 JMX was recorded at 113,745 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 6,126 miles a year.
Has LB09 JMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 JMX has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 JMX 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 JMX find?
LB09 JMX passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB09J registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.