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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 HVZMOT history

LS09 HVZ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 172,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LS09 HVZ grey 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 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
172,253 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 HVZ
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
27 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 HVZ was last recorded at 172,253 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,242 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
5,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,253 miles
  • 2025 – 170,629 miles
  • 2024 – 168,553 miles
  • 2023 – 166,721 miles
  • 2021 – 159,623 miles
  • 2020 – 155,005 miles
  • 2019 – 147,217 miles
  • 2018 – 138,102 miles
  • 2017 – 127,816 miles
  • 2016 – 116,879 miles
  • 2015 – 111,230 miles
  • 2014 – 105,196 miles
  • 2013 – 100,879 miles
  • 2012 – 94,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,253 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper LooseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Seatbelts Unable to be testedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Handbrake lever high

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,253 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    172,253 miles
    Test number
    165057342823
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper Loose
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Seatbelts Unable to be tested

  2. Fail172,242 miles (+1,613)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,242 miles
    Test number
    887335102254
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper Loose
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Seatbelts Unable to be tested

  3. Pass170,629 miles (+2,076)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    170,629 miles
    Test number
    981474027341
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking

  4. Pass168,553 miles (+1,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    168,553 miles
    Test number
    910445962707
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass166,721 miles (+7,098)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    166,721 miles
    Test number
    592549275143
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass159,623 miles (+4,618)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    159,623 miles
    Test number
    642550741549
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high indicating adjustment required

  7. Pass155,005 miles (+7,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,005 miles
    Test number
    892422994135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryH brake high

  8. Pass147,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,217 miles
    Test number
    174251149392
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high

  9. Fail147,217 miles (+9,115)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,217 miles
    Test number
    234447072713
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high

  10. Pass138,102 miles (+160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    138,102 miles
    Test number
    182815774416
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  11. Fail137,942 miles (+10,126)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,942 miles
    Test number
    536263414716
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  12. Pass127,816 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    127,816 miles
    Test number
    290280868102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail127,816 miles (+10,937)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,816 miles
    Test number
    454755425614
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass116,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,879 miles
    Test number
    995197978112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Fail116,879 miles (+5,649)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,879 miles
    Test number
    516651315872
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass111,230 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    111,230 miles
    Test number
    841309424111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Fail111,230 miles (+6,034)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,230 miles
    Test number
    262294012820
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass105,196 miles (+4,317)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,196 miles
    Test number
    729397164260
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn

  19. Pass100,879 miles (+6,683)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    100,879 miles
    Test number
    858185873267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,196 miles
    Test number
    425278312176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 HVZ

Does LS09 HVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 HVZ is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 HVZ?
The MOT on LS09 HVZ is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 HVZ done?
LS09 HVZ was recorded at 172,253 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 5,499 miles a year.
Has LS09 HVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 HVZ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 HVZ 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 HVZ find?
LS09 HVZ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: central rear oil leak, but not excessive differential; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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