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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LP09 ABFMOT history

LP09 ABF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 133,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2025.

LP09 ABF black 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 28 Apr 2025
Mileage
133,215 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2025
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP09 ABF
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
29 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LP09 ABF was last recorded at 133,215 miles on 28 Apr 2025, 10,877 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,338 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
10,877 miles
Average per year
7,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,215 miles
  • 2024 – 122,338 miles
  • 2023 – 115,174 miles
  • 2021 – 115,138 miles
  • 2020 – 101,144 miles
  • 2019 – 100,116 miles
  • 2018 – 93,362 miles
  • 2017 – 90,601 miles
  • 2016 – 85,111 miles
  • 2015 – 79,045 miles
  • 2014 – 67,064 miles
  • 2013 – 44,451 miles
  • 2012 – 36,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,215 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad retaining/anti rattle clip missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres outer sidewalls slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail133,215 miles (+10,877)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,215 miles
    Test number
    257382878808
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad retaining/anti rattle clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres outer sidewalls slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass122,338 miles (+7,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    122,338 miles
    Test number
    116928204319
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, sill covers and under trays fitted limiting view to testable items.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,174 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,174 miles
    Test number
    390554539656
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass115,138 miles (+13,994)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,138 miles
    Test number
    150709393681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,144 miles (+1,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    101,144 miles
    Test number
    649578938111
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass100,116 miles (+6,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,116 miles
    Test number
    450201647304
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect front and rear (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass93,362 miles (+2,761)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    139572605295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,601 miles (+5,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,601 miles
    Test number
    705922610826
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass85,111 miles (+6,066)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,111 miles
    Test number
    965049086726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,045 miles (+11,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,045 miles
    Test number
    711247541105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass67,064 miles (+22,613)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,064 miles
    Test number
    926413014242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,451 miles (+8,129)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,451 miles
    Test number
    515263343130
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass36,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,322 miles
    Test number
    757598792164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP09 ABF

Does LP09 ABF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP09 ABF expired on 28 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP09 ABF?
The MOT on LP09 ABF expired on 28 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP09 ABF done?
LP09 ABF was recorded at 133,215 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2025, an average of 7,580 miles a year.
Has LP09 ABF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP09 ABF has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LP09 ABF 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 LP09 ABF find?
LP09 ABF failed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2025 with 3 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside front road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault, and 7 more.

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