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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,171 cc

LS09 LZNMOT history

LS09 LZN is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 99,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

LS09 LZN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,108 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 LZN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 LZN was last recorded at 99,108 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 2,331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,777 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,331 miles
Average per year
5,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,108 miles
  • 2025 – 96,777 miles
  • 2024 – 91,656 miles
  • 2023 – 85,251 miles
  • 2022 – 79,168 miles
  • 2021 – 75,702 miles
  • 2020 – 72,044 miles
  • 2019 – 64,531 miles
  • 2018 – 58,510 miles
  • 2017 – 55,006 miles
  • 2016 – 50,987 miles
  • 2015 – 46,416 miles
  • 2014 – 38,365 miles
  • 2013 – 33,302 miles
  • 2012 – 23,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,108 miles
  • 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))

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,108 miles (+2,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,108 miles
    Test number
    733048253939
    • 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))
  2. Pass96,777 miles (+5,121)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,777 miles
    Test number
    582806990803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,656 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,656 miles
    Test number
    935714625916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
  4. Fail91,655 miles (+6,404)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,655 miles
    Test number
    601960686945
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective nearside front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
  5. Pass85,251 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,251 miles
    Test number
    893420979829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,239 miles (+6,071)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,239 miles
    Test number
    888846732006
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  7. Pass79,168 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    79,168 miles
    Test number
    674538899830
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail79,168 miles (+3,466)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,168 miles
    Test number
    889345858013
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS WARNING LIGHT ON
  9. Pass75,702 miles (+3,658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,702 miles
    Test number
    331898830878
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlight washer jets missing
  10. Pass72,044 miles (+7,513)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    966448395565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,531 miles (+6,021)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,531 miles
    Test number
    908365735646
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm, bald on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass58,510 miles (+3,504)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    58,510 miles
    Test number
    530729678391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  13. Pass55,006 miles (+4,019)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,006 miles
    Test number
    605730171642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,987 miles (+4,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    50,987 miles
    Test number
    626650385461
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass46,416 miles (+8,051)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,416 miles
    Test number
    218438005144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,365 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,365 miles
    Test number
    147123824192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,302 miles (+10,218)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    33,302 miles
    Test number
    375869723105
    • NoteN/S/R tyre worn on inner edge
  18. Pass23,084 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,084 miles
    Test number
    188569962017
    • DangerousNsr tyre inner edge stepped worn to 0mm
    • DangerousOsr tyre inner edge stepped worn to 0mm

Questions about LS09 LZN

Does LS09 LZN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 LZN is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 LZN?
The MOT on LS09 LZN is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 LZN done?
LS09 LZN was recorded at 99,108 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 5,276 miles a year.
Has LS09 LZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 LZN has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LS09 LZN 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 LZN find?
LS09 LZN passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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