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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL09 XAEMOT history

LL09 XAE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 186,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

LL09 XAE blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2026
Mileage
186,004 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 XAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL09 XAE was last recorded at 186,004 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 12,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,084 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
12,920 miles
Average per year
9,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,004 miles
  • 2025 – 173,084 miles
  • 2024 – 158,354 miles
  • 2023 – 143,703 miles
  • 2022 – 137,585 miles
  • 2021 – 131,178 miles
  • 2020 – 126,910 miles
  • 2019 – 120,919 miles
  • 2018 – 110,212 miles
  • 2017 – 103,755 miles
  • 2016 – 97,183 miles
  • 2015 – 88,199 miles
  • 2014 – 78,187 miles
  • 2013 – 63,530 miles
  • 2012 – 52,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail186,004 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Switch missing (4.2.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnder body trays fittedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Advise Rear brake pads worn just above 1.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail186,004 miles (+12,920)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,004 miles
    Test number
    558010649354
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Switch missing (4.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  2. Pass173,084 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    173,084 miles
    Test number
    218537260002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Fail173,084 miles (+14,730)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,084 miles
    Test number
    673103066172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass158,354 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,354 miles
    Test number
    112873990718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  5. Fail158,354 miles (+14,651)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,354 miles
    Test number
    552990408099
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  6. Pass143,703 miles (+6,118)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    143,703 miles
    Test number
    596803597835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  7. Pass137,585 miles (+6,407)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,585 miles
    Test number
    869864653225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  8. Pass131,178 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    131,178 miles
    Test number
    852753806938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,910 miles (+5,991)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    126,910 miles
    Test number
    792854525906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,919 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,919 miles
    Test number
    322496012067
    • AdvisoryAdvise Rear brake pads worn just above 1.5mm

  11. Fail120,908 miles (+10,696)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,908 miles
    Test number
    612569466885
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise Rear brake pads worn just above 1.5mm

  12. Pass110,212 miles (+6,457)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,212 miles
    Test number
    535338096224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    103,755 miles
    Test number
    832896833613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,755 miles (+6,572)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,755 miles
    Test number
    604413092566
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass97,183 miles (+8,984)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    97,183 miles
    Test number
    868115759538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,199 miles (+10,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,199 miles
    Test number
    669715425144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass78,187 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,187 miles
    Test number
    959230344133
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail78,187 miles (+14,657)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,187 miles
    Test number
    147739534111
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass63,530 miles (+11,419)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,530 miles
    Test number
    586422333279
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass52,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,111 miles
    Test number
    785233622237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL09 XAE

Does LL09 XAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL09 XAE expired on 11 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL09 XAE?
The MOT on LL09 XAE expired on 11 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL09 XAE done?
LL09 XAE was recorded at 186,004 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 9,572 miles a year.
Has LL09 XAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 XAE has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LL09 XAE 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 LL09 XAE find?
LL09 XAE failed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 8 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; offside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush, and 6 more.

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