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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LX09 RPOMOT history

LX09 RPO is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 55,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LX09 RPO 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 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
55,427 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX09 RPO
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
2 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX09 RPO was last recorded at 55,427 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 3,801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
51,626 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,801 miles
Average per year
1,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,427 miles
  • 2025 – 51,626 miles
  • 2024 – 49,213 miles
  • 2023 – 49,009 miles
  • 2022 – 48,506 miles
  • 2021 – 48,070 miles
  • 2020 – 46,632 miles
  • 2018 – 40,792 miles
  • 2017 – 39,264 miles
  • 2016 – 37,566 miles
  • 2015 – 35,963 miles
  • 2014 – 34,355 miles
  • 2013 – 32,329 miles
  • 2012 – 29,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,427 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    55,427 miles
    Test number
    985191768792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail55,427 miles (+3,801)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,427 miles
    Test number
    373829524076
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass51,626 miles (+2,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    51,626 miles
    Test number
    339125140518
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass49,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    49,213 miles
    Test number
    912218109948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail49,212 miles (+203)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,212 miles
    Test number
    180299195415
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass49,009 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,009 miles
    Test number
    175503002117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail49,009 miles (+503)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,009 miles
    Test number
    485687144272
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass48,506 miles (+436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    48,506 miles
    Test number
    699073466228
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass48,070 miles (+1,438)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    48,070 miles
    Test number
    360850826387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,632 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    46,632 miles
    Test number
    250339344287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,792 miles
    Test number
    333283069005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail40,792 miles (+1,528)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,792 miles
    Test number
    986826957864
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass39,264 miles (+1,698)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    39,264 miles
    Test number
    696944781219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,566 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,566 miles
    Test number
    372049364303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,963 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,963 miles
    Test number
    535257225220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,355 miles (+2,026)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,355 miles
    Test number
    259981524276
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass32,329 miles (+2,493)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    32,329 miles
    Test number
    389148303458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,836 miles
    Test number
    777710222218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,835 miles (+1,825)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,835 miles
    Test number
    415820922245
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  20. Pass28,010 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,010 miles
    Test number
    188836492463
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail28,010 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,010 miles
    Test number
    575056992062
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LX09 RPO

Does LX09 RPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX09 RPO is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX09 RPO?
The MOT on LX09 RPO is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX09 RPO done?
LX09 RPO was recorded at 55,427 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 1,895 miles a year.
Has LX09 RPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX09 RPO has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX09 RPO 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 LX09 RPO find?
LX09 RPO passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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