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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 RVNMOT history

LB09 RVN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 153,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
153,280 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 RVN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 RVN was last recorded at 153,280 miles on 15 May 2026, 3,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,848 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,432 miles
Average per year
9,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,280 miles
  • 2025 – 149,848 miles
  • 2024 – 143,124 miles
  • 2023 – 124,695 miles
  • 2022 – 108,292 miles
  • 2021 – 97,962 miles
  • 2020 – 88,829 miles
  • 2019 – 78,671 miles
  • 2018 – 70,484 miles
  • 2017 – 57,067 miles
  • 2016 – 43,573 miles
  • 2015 – 30,577 miles
  • 2014 – 30,468 miles
  • 2013 – 24,165 miles
  • 2012 – 17,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,280 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,280 miles (+3,432)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    153,280 miles
    Test number
    142702841681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass149,848 miles (+6,724)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    149,848 miles
    Test number
    305001530704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in under-seal

  3. Pass143,124 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    143,124 miles
    Test number
    495969618162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail143,124 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,124 miles
    Test number
    888735176928
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail143,124 miles1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,124 miles
    Test number
    609358871654
    • MajorRear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail143,124 miles (+18,429)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,124 miles
    Test number
    648728390285
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass124,695 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    124,695 miles
    Test number
    404984720044
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excessive wear on edge, both N/S&O/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both N/S&O/S (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight corossion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail124,695 miles (+16,403)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,695 miles
    Test number
    475627458169
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEmission CO level fluctuating, but Emission test passed
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excessive wear on edge, both N/S&O/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both N/S&O/S (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight corossion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass108,292 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    108,292 miles
    Test number
    831381697882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail108,292 miles (+10,330)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,292 miles
    Test number
    439551621851
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass97,962 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    97,962 miles
    Test number
    714827014006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail97,899 miles (+9,070)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,899 miles
    Test number
    958945848705
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass88,829 miles (+10,158)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    88,829 miles
    Test number
    315037596421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,671 miles (+8,187)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    78,671 miles
    Test number
    867928080077
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass70,484 miles (+251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,484 miles
    Test number
    696612759779
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail70,233 miles (+13,166)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,233 miles
    Test number
    539215770148
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass57,067 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,067 miles
    Test number
    212450622653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail57,067 miles (+13,494)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,067 miles
    Test number
    670293724039
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass43,573 miles (+12,996)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    43,573 miles
    Test number
    305613958499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,577 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,577 miles
    Test number
    926957455105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,468 miles (+6,303)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,468 miles
    Test number
    219390594291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,165 miles (+6,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    24,165 miles
    Test number
    207834203285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass17,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,385 miles
    Test number
    365050802463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 RVN

Does LB09 RVN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 RVN is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 RVN?
The MOT on LB09 RVN is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 RVN done?
LB09 RVN was recorded at 153,280 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 9,831 miles a year.
Has LB09 RVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 RVN has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB09 RVN 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 RVN find?
LB09 RVN passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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