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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

T18 LLRMOT history

T18 LLR is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 156,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
156,640 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 LLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 LLR was last recorded at 156,640 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,634 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,640 miles
  • 2025 – 151,226 miles
  • 2024 – 144,735 miles
  • 2022 – 137,211 miles
  • 2021 – 129,777 miles
  • 2020 – 123,239 miles
  • 2019 – 117,213 miles
  • 2018 – 109,405 miles
  • 2017 – 102,881 miles
  • 2016 – 80,715 miles
  • 2014 – 60,038 miles
  • 2013 – 46,758 miles
  • 2012 – 36,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,640 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Meets The minimum Legal Requirememt Only (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both shrouds

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front tyre scrubbing inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,640 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    156,640 miles
    Test number
    874689209249
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Meets The minimum Legal Requirememt Only (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail156,634 miles (+5,408)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,634 miles
    Test number
    967283753246
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Meets The minimum Legal Requirememt Only (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass151,226 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    151,226 miles
    Test number
    413443156737
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Fail151,221 miles (+6,486)3 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,221 miles
    Test number
    445316994317
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass144,735 miles (+7,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    144,735 miles
    Test number
    118608760038
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass137,211 miles (+7,434)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    137,211 miles
    Test number
    143498161115
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass129,777 miles (+194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,777 miles
    Test number
    640445588246
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both shrouds (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail129,583 miles (+6,344)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,583 miles
    Test number
    349686741615
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both shrouds (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass123,239 miles (+261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,239 miles
    Test number
    329310043436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  10. Fail122,978 miles (+5,765)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,978 miles
    Test number
    415721825702
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  11. Pass117,213 miles (+183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,213 miles
    Test number
    404553654466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scrubbing inner edges
  12. Fail117,030 miles (+7,625)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,030 miles
    Test number
    217460608473
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe cracked and blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scrubbing inner edges
  13. Pass109,405 miles (+125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    109,405 miles
    Test number
    739263607034
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Fail109,280 miles (+6,399)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,280 miles
    Test number
    305962128130
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass102,881 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    102,881 miles
    Test number
    491865330834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,779 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,779 miles
    Test number
    799325768556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,778 miles (+22,063)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,778 miles
    Test number
    273766093076
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  18. Pass80,715 miles (+20,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,715 miles
    Test number
    837596036151
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed drivers (5.2.2b)
  19. Pass60,038 miles (+4,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    60,038 miles
    Test number
    268914364320
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass55,927 miles (+9,169)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,927 miles
    Test number
    227148814104
    • NoteFront brake discs are slightly worn
    • NoteFront inner brake pads are getting low
    • NoteRear tyres are getting low on tread
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass46,758 miles (+10,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,758 miles
    Test number
    839479813114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  22. Pass36,303 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,303 miles
    Test number
    845374622151
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T18 LLR

Does T18 LLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 LLR is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 LLR?
The MOT on T18 LLR is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 LLR done?
T18 LLR was recorded at 156,640 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 8,792 miles a year.
Has T18 LLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 LLR has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 LLR 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 T18 LLR find?
T18 LLR passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge meets the minimum legal requirememt only; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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