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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 NPOMOT history

LB09 NPO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 154,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
154,658 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 NPO
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 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 NPO was last recorded at 154,658 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,217 miles · 28 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
441 miles
Average per year
9,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,658 miles
  • 2025 – 141,010 miles
  • 2024 – 124,977 miles
  • 2023 – 112,087 miles
  • 2022 – 107,160 miles
  • 2021 – 101,843 miles
  • 2020 – 100,032 miles
  • 2019 – 96,640 miles
  • 2018 – 90,770 miles
  • 2017 – 82,845 miles
  • 2016 – 82,547 miles
  • 2015 – 74,497 miles
  • 2014 – 40,835 miles
  • 2013 – 21,918 miles
  • 2012 – 18,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,658 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front front tyres wearing edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,658 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    154,658 miles
    Test number
    298439335017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,658 miles (+441)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,658 miles
    Test number
    239404568041
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail154,217 miles (+13,207)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,217 miles
    Test number
    583149331209
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass141,010 miles (+16,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    141,010 miles
    Test number
    751640836716
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,977 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    124,977 miles
    Test number
    253050717505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,724 miles (+12,637)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,724 miles
    Test number
    157854202758
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass112,087 miles (+4,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    112,087 miles
    Test number
    644976150509
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose needs new clamp on front pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s handbrake requires attention (16%)

  8. Pass107,160 miles (+5,317)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    107,160 miles
    Test number
    922676091497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,843 miles (+1,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,843 miles
    Test number
    563014178113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bonnet catch tight in operation

  10. Pass100,032 miles (+3,392)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    689151322784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,640 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,640 miles
    Test number
    801314205493
    • AdvisoryFront front tyres wearing edges

  12. Fail96,628 miles (+5,858)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,628 miles
    Test number
    830892708920
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront front tyres wearing edges

  13. Pass90,770 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    90,770 miles
    Test number
    463846138441
    • 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))

  14. Fail90,761 miles (+7,916)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,761 miles
    Test number
    250879440591
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • 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))

  15. Pass82,845 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,845 miles
    Test number
    235525328375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,547 miles (+8,050)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,547 miles
    Test number
    341553421750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,497 miles (+33,662)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,497 miles
    Test number
    368189115219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,835 miles (+18,917)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,835 miles
    Test number
    128970724266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,918 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,918 miles
    Test number
    776689313228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,719 miles
    Test number
    327083612406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 NPO

Does LB09 NPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 NPO is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 NPO?
The MOT on LB09 NPO is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 NPO done?
LB09 NPO was recorded at 154,658 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 9,635 miles a year.
Has LB09 NPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 NPO has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 NPO 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 NPO find?
LB09 NPO passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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