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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 OZAMOT history

LS09 OZA is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 189,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

LS09 OZA 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 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
189,423 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 OZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 OZA was last recorded at 189,423 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 9,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,422 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
9,001 miles
Average per year
11,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,423 miles
  • 2025 – 165,049 miles
  • 2024 – 152,573 miles
  • 2023 – 142,138 miles
  • 2022 – 133,688 miles
  • 2021 – 123,969 miles
  • 2020 – 115,054 miles
  • 2019 – 104,847 miles
  • 2017 – 93,215 miles
  • 2016 – 81,621 miles
  • 2015 – 68,168 miles
  • 2014 – 52,209 miles
  • 2013 – 36,573 miles
  • 2012 – 30,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,423 miles
  • AdvisoryAll rear lights have product on lensesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • TPM Light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,423 miles (+9,001)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    189,423 miles
    Test number
    473191770292
    • AdvisoryAll rear lights have product on lenses
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail180,422 miles (+15,373)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,422 miles
    Test number
    730921566276
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear lights have product on lenses
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass165,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    165,049 miles
    Test number
    866325756378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail165,049 miles (+12,476)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,049 miles
    Test number
    516470263015
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass152,573 miles (+10,435)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    152,573 miles
    Test number
    220319604401
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass142,138 miles (+8,450)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    142,138 miles
    Test number
    409036049162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass133,688 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,688 miles
    Test number
    484237958679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Fail133,688 miles (+9,719)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,688 miles
    Test number
    320345385423
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass123,969 miles (+99)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,969 miles
    Test number
    982762261270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear jacking blocks missing

  10. Fail123,870 miles (+8,816)1 dangerous5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,870 miles
    Test number
    449998619063
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryTyre Pressure Monitoring System light illuminated
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear jacking blocks missing

  11. Pass115,054 miles (+280)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,054 miles
    Test number
    842749081740
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail114,774 miles (+9,927)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,774 miles
    Test number
    831755417573
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass104,847 miles (+137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,847 miles
    Test number
    640928303591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail104,710 miles (+11,495)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,710 miles
    Test number
    156314067319
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass93,215 miles (+11,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,215 miles
    Test number
    791233987836
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass81,621 miles (+259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    81,621 miles
    Test number
    326042607385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (225/40r18) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTPM Light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail81,362 miles (+13,194)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,362 miles
    Test number
    727571793060
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases between flexi pipe and centre section (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported flexi pipe to centre section (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35r18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (225/40r18) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTPM Light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass68,168 miles (+332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,168 miles
    Test number
    627707155882
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  19. Fail67,836 miles (+15,627)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,836 miles
    Test number
    445694609964
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend removal of wheels for better inspection (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryTPM light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  20. Fail52,209 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,209 miles
    Test number
    907207384246
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  21. Pass52,209 miles (+15,636)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,209 miles
    Test number
    909067384200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  22. Pass36,573 miles (+6,372)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    36,573 miles
    Test number
    737609433213
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear coil springs obscurred by lower arms

  23. Pass30,201 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    30,201 miles
    Test number
    816917742218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,030 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,030 miles
    Test number
    249231632170
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass30,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,030 miles
    Test number
    897841732106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 OZA

Does LS09 OZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 OZA is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 OZA?
The MOT on LS09 OZA is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 OZA done?
LS09 OZA was recorded at 189,423 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 11,313 miles a year.
Has LS09 OZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 OZA has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 OZA 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 OZA find?
LS09 OZA passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: all rear lights have product on lenses; nearside front tyre slightly damaged; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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