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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,996 cc

LT09 DBZMOT history

LT09 DBZ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 110,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

LT09 DBZ 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 28 May 2027
Mileage
110,955 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT09 DBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT09 DBZ was last recorded at 110,955 miles on 27 May 2026, 17,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,906 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
17,049 miles
Average per year
13,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,955 miles
  • 2025 – 93,906 miles
  • 2024 – 76,908 miles
  • 2023 – 66,504 miles
  • 2022 – 59,892 miles
  • 2021 – 42,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,955 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,955 miles (+17,049)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    110,955 miles
    Test number
    655283050044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass93,906 miles (+824)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    93,906 miles
    Test number
    884483510878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail93,082 miles (+16,174)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,082 miles
    Test number
    607115138837
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working OSF sidelight inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Front wipers slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass76,908 miles (+10,404)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    76,908 miles
    Test number
    496845187116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,504 miles (+6,612)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    66,504 miles
    Test number
    482173290822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,892 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    59,892 miles
    Test number
    712052238093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail59,892 miles (+17,420)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,892 miles
    Test number
    587007970344
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass42,472 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    42,472 miles
    Test number
    538442240172
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass54,496 km (+2,113)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    54,496 km
    Test number
    811284963767
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt fitted to rear seats
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront washers leaking

  10. Pass52,383 km (+1,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,383 km
    Test number
    800207526354
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  11. Pass51,034 km (+722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,034 km
    Test number
    311630324920
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seat
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner tread

  12. Pass50,312 km (+1,186)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,312 km
    Test number
    854019910764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,126 km (+1,560)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,126 km
    Test number
    286879745174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteChild seat fitted on offside and nearside rear seats

  14. Pass47,566 km (+19,169)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,566 km
    Test number
    268740144101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,397 km (+4,638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    28,397 km
    Test number
    155164453112
    • NoteNear side front tyre close to limit 2254517

  16. Pass23,759 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,759 km
    Test number
    425888352005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT09 DBZ

Does LT09 DBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT09 DBZ is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT09 DBZ?
The MOT on LT09 DBZ is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT09 DBZ done?
LT09 DBZ was recorded at 110,955 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 13,676 miles a year.
Has LT09 DBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT09 DBZ has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LT09 DBZ 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 LT09 DBZ find?
LT09 DBZ passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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