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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LS09 VBZMOT history

LS09 VBZ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 74,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

LS09 VBZ 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 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
74,309 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 VBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 VBZ was last recorded at 74,309 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,304 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,309 miles
  • 2025 – 74,304 miles
  • 2024 – 73,159 miles
  • 2023 – 72,891 miles
  • 2022 – 70,800 miles
  • 2020 – 68,692 miles
  • 2019 – 67,392 miles
  • 2018 – 61,859 miles
  • 2017 – 54,821 miles
  • 2016 – 51,611 miles
  • 2014 – 41,327 miles
  • 2013 – 37,275 miles
  • 2012 – 32,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,309 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Underneath trays fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,309 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    540934397837
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail74,309 miles (+5)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    242701854324
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass74,304 miles (+1,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    74,304 miles
    Test number
    830438102427
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass73,159 miles (+268)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,159 miles
    Test number
    877698329098
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake light on but brakes works fine

  5. Pass72,891 miles (+2,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,891 miles
    Test number
    924774027897
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass70,800 miles (+2,108)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    70,800 miles
    Test number
    267437820753
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged PERISHED (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged PERISHED (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,692 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,692 miles
    Test number
    246883543368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail68,691 miles (+1,299)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,691 miles
    Test number
    844235363970
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass67,392 miles (+5,533)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,392 miles
    Test number
    532179944828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,859 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,859 miles
    Test number
    727467759471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath trays fitted at time of test

  11. Fail61,859 miles (+7,038)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,859 miles
    Test number
    366362654768
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides outer pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath trays fitted at time of test

  12. Pass54,821 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,821 miles
    Test number
    293228255741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,611 miles (+10,284)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    51,611 miles
    Test number
    837651941835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,327 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    41,327 miles
    Test number
    286551484292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,279 miles (+4,004)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,279 miles
    Test number
    248179274259
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass37,275 miles (+4,298)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,275 miles
    Test number
    269793773207
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass32,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,977 miles
    Test number
    109605272275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 VBZ

Does LS09 VBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 VBZ is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 VBZ?
The MOT on LS09 VBZ is valid until 16 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 VBZ done?
LS09 VBZ was recorded at 74,309 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 3,015 miles a year.
Has LS09 VBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 VBZ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 VBZ 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 VBZ find?
LS09 VBZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc corroded; nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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