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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 VDLMOT history

LS09 VDL is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 184,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LS09 VDL grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
184,533 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 VDL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 VDL was last recorded at 184,533 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 5,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,003 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,530 miles
Average per year
8,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,533 miles
  • 2025 – 179,003 miles
  • 2024 – 164,168 miles
  • 2023 – 152,705 miles
  • 2021 – 143,282 miles
  • 2020 – 132,423 miles
  • 2019 – 122,323 miles
  • 2018 – 110,658 miles
  • 2017 – 97,729 miles
  • 2016 – 89,689 miles
  • 2015 – 77,544 miles
  • 2014 – 69,989 miles
  • 2013 – 64,523 miles
  • 2012 – 62,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,533 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,533 miles (+5,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    184,533 miles
    Test number
    693998668345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass179,003 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    179,003 miles
    Test number
    303745906647
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Fail178,981 miles (+14,813)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,981 miles
    Test number
    219742998496
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass164,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    164,168 miles
    Test number
    307758023760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail164,166 miles (+11,461)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,166 miles
    Test number
    171454892678
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
  6. Pass152,705 miles (+9,423)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    152,705 miles
    Test number
    445381195088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,282 miles (+10,859)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    143,282 miles
    Test number
    973983451704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass132,423 miles (+10,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    132,423 miles
    Test number
    810470227436
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass122,323 miles (+11,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,323 miles
    Test number
    203065468804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass110,658 miles (+12,929)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,658 miles
    Test number
    949023531824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,729 miles (+8,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,729 miles
    Test number
    516766540299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass89,689 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    89,689 miles
    Test number
    809974887596
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cut in sidewall, on obvious cord exposed
  13. Fail89,661 miles (+12,117)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,661 miles
    Test number
    137351689559
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked inner (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked inner (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cut in sidewall, on obvious cord exposed
  14. Pass77,544 miles (+7,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,544 miles
    Test number
    509906955145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass69,989 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,989 miles
    Test number
    327684264194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,523 miles (+1,952)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,523 miles
    Test number
    425799853150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,571 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,571 miles
    Test number
    426721372152
    • NoteRear brake disc pads - wear appear low.

Questions about LS09 VDL

Does LS09 VDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 VDL is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 VDL?
The MOT on LS09 VDL is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 VDL done?
LS09 VDL was recorded at 184,533 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 8,804 miles a year.
Has LS09 VDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 VDL has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 VDL 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 VDL find?
LS09 VDL passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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