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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 VDCMOT history

LS09 VDC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 May 2009. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 125,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

LS09 VDC blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2026
Mileage
125,859 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 VDC
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
19 May 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 VDC was last recorded at 125,859 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 6,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
118,864 miles · 15 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
6,995 miles
Average per year
6,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,859 miles
  • 2024 – 118,864 miles
  • 2023 – 111,074 miles
  • 2022 – 104,189 miles
  • 2021 – 97,498 miles
  • 2020 – 92,422 miles
  • 2019 – 86,913 miles
  • 2018 – 81,329 miles
  • 2017 – 74,654 miles
  • 2016 – 67,815 miles
  • 2015 – 60,393 miles
  • 2014 – 52,430 miles
  • 2013 – 45,360 miles
  • 2012 – 37,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,859 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides cracking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides cracking (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,859 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    125,859 miles
    Test number
    359517280701
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides cracking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides cracking (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail125,859 miles (+6,995)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,859 miles
    Test number
    388771233020
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both sides (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides cracking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides cracking (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass118,864 miles (+7,790)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    118,864 miles
    Test number
    156774270962
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass111,074 miles (+6,885)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    111,074 miles
    Test number
    922408486009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,189 miles (+6,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    104,189 miles
    Test number
    683042870392
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass97,498 miles (+5,076)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    97,498 miles
    Test number
    741595697892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,422 miles (+5,509)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,422 miles
    Test number
    177868927971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,913 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    86,913 miles
    Test number
    541813841139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail86,912 miles (+5,583)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,912 miles
    Test number
    145502341290
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass81,329 miles (+6,675)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,329 miles
    Test number
    432462614657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake hoses starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer brake light not working
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass74,654 miles (+6,839)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,654 miles
    Test number
    203682424942
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2m and worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass67,815 miles (+7,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,815 miles
    Test number
    422216877120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and o/sboth worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass60,393 miles (+7,963)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,393 miles
    Test number
    477101295181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,430 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,430 miles
    Test number
    708503194139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,435 miles (+6,075)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,435 miles
    Test number
    935711404141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass45,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,360 miles
    Test number
    876016933175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,360 miles (+8,103)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,360 miles
    Test number
    426676133121
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass37,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,257 miles
    Test number
    989081122187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS09 VDC

Does LS09 VDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 VDC expired on 31 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 VDC?
The MOT on LS09 VDC expired on 31 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 VDC done?
LS09 VDC was recorded at 125,859 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025, an average of 6,642 miles a year.
Has LS09 VDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 VDC has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 VDC 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 VDC find?
LS09 VDC passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; brake pad warning lamp illuminated; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides cracking, and 1 more.

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