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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 NPGMOT history

LB09 NPG is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 157,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
157,737 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 NPG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 NPG was last recorded at 157,737 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,662 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
7,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,737 miles
  • 2025 – 148,868 miles
  • 2024 – 141,080 miles
  • 2023 – 139,744 miles
  • 2022 – 137,323 miles
  • 2021 – 131,134 miles
  • 2020 – 125,220 miles
  • 2019 – 116,999 miles
  • 2018 – 107,008 miles
  • 2017 – 99,044 miles
  • 2016 – 90,089 miles
  • 2015 – 81,148 miles
  • 2014 – 66,098 miles
  • 2013 – 57,858 miles
  • 2012 – 49,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,737 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,737 miles (+75)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    157,737 miles
    Test number
    294557607364
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate loose
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail157,662 miles (+8,794)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,662 miles
    Test number
    401752496673
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted retaining clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,868 miles (+209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    148,868 miles
    Test number
    146547956997
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail148,659 miles (+7,579)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,659 miles
    Test number
    532826123211
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass141,080 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    141,080 miles
    Test number
    932204778923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail141,080 miles (+1,336)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,080 miles
    Test number
    240032203040
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass139,744 miles (+2,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    139,744 miles
    Test number
    912837535702
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass137,323 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    137,323 miles
    Test number
    753078920782
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusting

  9. Fail137,323 miles (+6,189)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,323 miles
    Test number
    362524579005
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusting

  10. Pass131,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    131,134 miles
    Test number
    834172619706
    • AdvisoryCovers Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail131,134 miles (+5,914)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,134 miles
    Test number
    493526533022
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass125,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,220 miles
    Test number
    822601714081
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  13. Fail125,220 miles (+8,221)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,220 miles
    Test number
    525981003234
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  14. Pass116,999 miles (+9,991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    116,999 miles
    Test number
    626260508388
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  15. Pass107,008 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,008 miles
    Test number
    255605462058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,007 miles (+7,963)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,007 miles
    Test number
    448715973527
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both front (5.3.2 (b))

  17. Pass99,044 miles (+8,955)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    669510432233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,089 miles (+8,941)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,089 miles
    Test number
    890596100756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,148 miles (+15,050)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    336781305433
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass66,098 miles (+8,240)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,098 miles
    Test number
    529856794159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,858 miles (+8,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,858 miles
    Test number
    185123293187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass49,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,653 miles
    Test number
    128738892154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 NPG

Does LB09 NPG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 NPG is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 NPG?
The MOT on LB09 NPG is valid until 27 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 NPG done?
LB09 NPG was recorded at 157,737 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 7,774 miles a year.
Has LB09 NPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 NPG has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 NPG 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 NPG find?
LB09 NPG passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 5 more.

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