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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LR09 CFMMOT history

LR09 CFM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

LR09 CFM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
158,535 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 CFM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 CFM was last recorded at 158,535 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 10,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,616 miles · 31 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
10,919 miles
Average per year
7,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,535 miles
  • 2024 – 147,616 miles
  • 2022 – 130,107 miles
  • 2021 – 117,047 miles
  • 2019 – 97,378 miles
  • 2018 – 84,418 miles
  • 2017 – 78,044 miles
  • 2016 – 71,357 miles
  • 2015 – 67,619 miles
  • 2014 – 63,292 miles
  • 2013 – 58,302 miles
  • 2012 – 51,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,535 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    158,535 miles
    Test number
    824986358450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail158,535 miles (+10,919)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,535 miles
    Test number
    107926648775
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass147,616 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    147,616 miles
    Test number
    944275502505
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail147,603 miles (+7,654)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,603 miles
    Test number
    358795199426
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass139,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,949 miles
    Test number
    530985830584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail139,949 miles (+9,842)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,949 miles
    Test number
    566839679627
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass130,107 miles (+2,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    130,107 miles
    Test number
    302445157153
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all wheels (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass127,373 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    127,373 miles
    Test number
    740626709845
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  9. Fail127,373 miles (+10,326)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,373 miles
    Test number
    494717986283
    • MajorCentral Front Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage fractured (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage fractured (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass117,047 miles (+19,669)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,047 miles
    Test number
    225105154861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass97,378 miles (+12,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,378 miles
    Test number
    164705743072
    • 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))

  12. Pass84,418 miles (+6,374)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,418 miles
    Test number
    213452649895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,044 miles (+6,687)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,044 miles
    Test number
    728624088506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,357 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,357 miles
    Test number
    738439456377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,619 miles (+4,327)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,619 miles
    Test number
    959687865119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,292 miles (+4,990)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,292 miles
    Test number
    725555004229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass58,302 miles (+6,591)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,302 miles
    Test number
    915530113299
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass51,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,711 miles
    Test number
    659924312209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,711 miles (+1,835)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,711 miles
    Test number
    936974412216
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

  20. Pass49,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,876 miles
    Test number
    109136972004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 CFM

Does LR09 CFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 CFM is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 CFM?
The MOT on LR09 CFM is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 CFM done?
LR09 CFM was recorded at 158,535 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 7,868 miles a year.
Has LR09 CFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 CFM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 CFM 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 LR09 CFM find?
LR09 CFM passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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