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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,993 cc

LU15 OGUMOT history

LU15 OGU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 140,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LU15 OGU black 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 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
140,762 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU15 OGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU15 OGU was last recorded at 140,762 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 19,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,168 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
19,594 miles
Average per year
12,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,762 miles
  • 2025 – 121,168 miles
  • 2024 – 99,997 miles
  • 2023 – 91,032 miles
  • 2022 – 79,101 miles
  • 2021 – 71,054 miles
  • 2020 – 62,936 miles
  • 2019 – 54,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,762 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,762 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    140,762 miles
    Test number
    869652212212
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail140,762 miles (+19,594)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,762 miles
    Test number
    196191934487
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass121,168 miles (+21,171)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    121,168 miles
    Test number
    860684060556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,997 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    99,997 miles
    Test number
    187822058339
    • 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))

  5. Fail99,997 miles (+8,965)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,997 miles
    Test number
    966503399174
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • 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))

  6. Pass91,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,032 miles
    Test number
    216262189687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,032 miles (+11,931)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,032 miles
    Test number
    197305763742
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  8. Pass79,101 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,101 miles
    Test number
    417090075351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,008 miles (+6,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    414272802020
    • 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. Pass71,054 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    71,054 miles
    Test number
    919587327465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,692 miles (+7,756)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,692 miles
    Test number
    335516769533
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  12. Pass62,936 miles (+8,513)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    62,936 miles
    Test number
    116632608126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,423 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,423 miles
    Test number
    992211130194
    • 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))

Questions about LU15 OGU

Does LU15 OGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU15 OGU is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU15 OGU?
The MOT on LU15 OGU is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU15 OGU done?
LU15 OGU was recorded at 140,762 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 12,469 miles a year.
Has LU15 OGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU15 OGU has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LU15 OGU 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 LU15 OGU find?
LU15 OGU passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded.

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