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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 UOUMOT history

LS09 UOU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2023 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2023.

LS09 UOU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2023
Mileage
145,578 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 UOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS09 UOU was last recorded at 145,578 miles on 2 Nov 2023, 4,735 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,843 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,735 miles
Average per year
6,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,578 miles
  • 2022 – 140,843 miles
  • 2021 – 136,428 miles
  • 2020 – 129,829 miles
  • 2019 – 125,781 miles
  • 2018 – 122,138 miles
  • 2017 – 119,798 miles
  • 2016 – 114,564 miles
  • 2015 – 107,824 miles
  • 2014 – 104,461 miles
  • 2013 – 99,619 miles
  • 2012 – 72,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,578 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced V brace

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,578 miles (+4,735)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,578 miles
    Test number
    326291186954
    • DangerousOffside Rear 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass140,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    140,843 miles
    Test number
    110372232333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Fail140,843 miles (+4,415)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,843 miles
    Test number
    707634858486
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass136,428 miles (+2,962)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    136,428 miles
    Test number
    629569072446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,466 miles (+30)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,466 miles
    Test number
    265129906662
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced V brace (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Fail133,436 miles (+3,607)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,436 miles
    Test number
    184807055468
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced V brace (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass129,829 miles (+4,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    129,829 miles
    Test number
    441515700230
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  8. Pass125,781 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    125,781 miles
    Test number
    883477192575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  9. Fail125,741 miles (+3,603)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,741 miles
    Test number
    873028235307
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  10. Pass122,138 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,138 miles
    Test number
    839858249057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail122,129 miles (+2,331)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,129 miles
    Test number
    860179238938
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass119,798 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    119,798 miles
    Test number
    289596891977
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged

  13. Fail119,796 miles (+5,232)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,796 miles
    Test number
    860488508250
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump running (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryTraction control light on

  14. Pass114,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    114,564 miles
    Test number
    738284974149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail114,553 miles (+6,729)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,553 miles
    Test number
    892359710093
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass107,824 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,824 miles
    Test number
    629269925031
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Fail107,824 miles (+3,363)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,824 miles
    Test number
    908189325087
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Pass104,461 miles (+4,842)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    104,461 miles
    Test number
    405788224189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,619 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,619 miles
    Test number
    269398223495
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass99,619 miles (+27,092)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    99,619 miles
    Test number
    465488023107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    72,527 miles
    Test number
    625807812175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 UOU

Does LS09 UOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 UOU expired on 4 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 UOU?
The MOT on LS09 UOU expired on 4 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 UOU done?
LS09 UOU was recorded at 145,578 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2023, an average of 6,342 miles a year.
Has LS09 UOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 UOU has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS09 UOU 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 UOU find?
LS09 UOU failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 3 advisories: offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; offside front position lamp not working, and 4 more.

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