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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 EXRMOT history

LS09 EXR is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 181,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2025.

LS09 EXR grey 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 1 Aug 2026
Mileage
181,597 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 EXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 EXR was last recorded at 181,597 miles on 2 Aug 2025, 10,507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,090 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
10,507 miles
Average per year
7,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,597 miles
  • 2024 – 171,090 miles
  • 2023 – 164,349 miles
  • 2022 – 159,938 miles
  • 2021 – 154,667 miles
  • 2020 – 149,662 miles
  • 2019 – 143,050 miles
  • 2018 – 136,699 miles
  • 2017 – 129,857 miles
  • 2016 – 123,868 miles
  • 2015 – 115,348 miles
  • 2014 – 108,954 miles
  • 2013 – 99,747 miles
  • 2012 – 76,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,597 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under tray bracket corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,597 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    181,597 miles
    Test number
    810910985674
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail181,597 miles (+10,507)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,597 miles
    Test number
    772023256149
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass171,090 miles (+196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    171,090 miles
    Test number
    202354685001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes

  4. Fail170,894 miles (+6,545)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,894 miles
    Test number
    215929827883
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes

  5. Pass164,349 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    164,349 miles
    Test number
    412455927506
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail164,317 miles (+4,379)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,317 miles
    Test number
    561416145711
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass159,938 miles (+5,271)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    159,938 miles
    Test number
    215389202530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass154,667 miles (+5,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    154,667 miles
    Test number
    901514749932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass149,662 miles (+6,612)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    149,662 miles
    Test number
    785594026660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,050 miles (+6,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    143,050 miles
    Test number
    399380244637
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass136,699 miles (+6,842)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    136,699 miles
    Test number
    438234712589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass129,857 miles (+5,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    129,857 miles
    Test number
    549305637101
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass123,868 miles (+8,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    123,868 miles
    Test number
    771899032419
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle

  14. Pass115,348 miles (+6,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,348 miles
    Test number
    367267945186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass108,954 miles (+9,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    108,954 miles
    Test number
    205206854415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass99,747 miles (+23,092)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    99,747 miles
    Test number
    916998153173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Pass76,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,655 miles
    Test number
    209119572068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 EXR

Does LS09 EXR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 EXR expired on 1 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 EXR?
The MOT on LS09 EXR expired on 1 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 EXR done?
LS09 EXR was recorded at 181,597 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2025, an average of 7,848 miles a year.
Has LS09 EXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 EXR has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 EXR 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 LS09 EXR find?
LS09 EXR passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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