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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,996 cc

LB09 LDCMOT history

LB09 LDC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 142,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
142,829 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 LDC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 LDC was last recorded at 142,829 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 7,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,785 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,044 miles
Average per year
7,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,829 miles
  • 2025 – 135,785 miles
  • 2024 – 125,351 miles
  • 2023 – 118,012 miles
  • 2021 – 105,478 miles
  • 2020 – 96,716 miles
  • 2019 – 89,393 miles
  • 2018 – 79,673 miles
  • 2017 – 71,518 miles
  • 2016 – 62,795 miles
  • 2015 – 54,561 miles
  • 2014 – 46,368 miles
  • 2013 – 39,084 miles
  • 2012 – 34,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,829 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,829 miles (+7,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    142,829 miles
    Test number
    960485778314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass135,785 miles (+10,434)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,785 miles
    Test number
    475983086260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,351 miles (+7,339)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    125,351 miles
    Test number
    870697827857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    118,012 miles
    Test number
    435805286357
    • AdvisoryScrew in n/s/f tyre
  5. Fail118,012 miles (+12,534)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,012 miles
    Test number
    427212932406
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryScrew in n/s/f tyre
  6. Pass105,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    105,478 miles
    Test number
    314933491951
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail105,478 miles (+8,762)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,478 miles
    Test number
    841401627146
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass96,716 miles (+7,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    96,716 miles
    Test number
    545756363639
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass89,393 miles (+9,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    89,393 miles
    Test number
    242126697078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass79,673 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,673 miles
    Test number
    837746028188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Fail79,673 miles (+8,155)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,673 miles
    Test number
    666785924357
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass71,518 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    71,518 miles
    Test number
    849547298198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front perishing of tyre evident
  13. Fail71,518 miles (+8,723)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,518 miles
    Test number
    390308245390
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front perishing of tyre evident
  14. Pass62,795 miles (+8,234)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,795 miles
    Test number
    552148459283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,561 miles
    Test number
    186202085196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,561 miles (+8,193)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,561 miles
    Test number
    316722985106
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  17. Pass46,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    859184874132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,368 miles (+7,284)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    986664474107
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  19. Pass39,084 miles (+4,682)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,084 miles
    Test number
    578936583127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,402 miles
    Test number
    968026082175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,402 miles2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,402 miles
    Test number
    296845082158
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Questions about LB09 LDC

Does LB09 LDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 LDC is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 LDC?
The MOT on LB09 LDC is valid until 22 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 LDC done?
LB09 LDC was recorded at 142,829 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 7,917 miles a year.
Has LB09 LDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 LDC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB09 LDC 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 LDC find?
LB09 LDC passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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