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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,497 cc

LB09 SDUMOT history

LB09 SDU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 237,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
237,704 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 SDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 SDU was last recorded at 237,704 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 2,252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
235,452 miles · 2 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
2,252 miles
Average per year
13,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,704 miles
  • 2020 – 235,452 miles
  • 2019 – 230,875 miles
  • 2018 – 211,407 miles
  • 2017 – 184,778 miles
  • 2016 – 155,790 miles
  • 2015 – 125,726 miles
  • 2014 – 84,492 miles
  • 2012 – 50,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,704 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS & OS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively NS & OS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass237,704 miles (+2,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    237,704 miles
    Test number
    310550616821
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass235,452 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    235,452 miles
    Test number
    835177318690
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS & OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively NS & OS (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail235,450 miles (+4,575)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,450 miles
    Test number
    613049520389
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS & OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively NS & OS (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass230,875 miles (+631)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    230,875 miles
    Test number
    583402548658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail230,244 miles (+18,837)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,244 miles
    Test number
    135017828775
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass211,407 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    211,407 miles
    Test number
    244000118824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail211,401 miles (+26,623)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,401 miles
    Test number
    383117308312
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass184,778 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    184,778 miles
    Test number
    994789811165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  9. Fail184,778 miles (+28,988)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,778 miles
    Test number
    781553139103
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  10. Pass155,790 miles (+30,064)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    155,790 miles
    Test number
    511922476517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,726 miles (+41,234)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    125,726 miles
    Test number
    238604905144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,492 miles (+33,912)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,492 miles
    Test number
    957438954057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,580 miles
    Test number
    368434362423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 SDU

Does LB09 SDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 SDU is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 SDU?
The MOT on LB09 SDU is valid until 11 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 SDU done?
LB09 SDU was recorded at 237,704 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 13,889 miles a year.
Has LB09 SDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 SDU has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2020.
Has the mileage on LB09 SDU 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 SDU find?
LB09 SDU passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both front; oil leak, but not excessive; rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper arm inner bushes.

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