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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

V9 LEJMOT history

V9 LEJ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 292,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

V9 LEJ 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 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
292,224 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 LEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 LEJ was last recorded at 292,224 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 5,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
286,716 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,508 miles
Average per year
14,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 292,224 miles
  • 2025 – 286,716 miles
  • 2024 – 285,966 miles
  • 2023 – 277,141 miles
  • 2022 – 264,529 miles
  • 2021 – 248,469 miles
  • 2020 – 239,283 miles
  • 2019 – 227,749 miles
  • 2018 – 220,094 miles
  • 2017 – 208,752 miles
  • 2016 – 194,278 miles
  • 2015 – 182,236 miles
  • 2014 – 169,598 miles
  • 2013 – 115,327 miles
  • 2012 – 112,050 miles
  • 2011 – 62,072 miles
  • 2010 – 45,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass292,224 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass292,224 miles (+5,508)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    292,224 miles
    Test number
    218957690566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass286,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    286,716 miles
    Test number
    519363534438
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both reaqr shock absorbers (5.3.2 (d))
  3. Fail286,716 miles (+750)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,716 miles
    Test number
    497594017882
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both reaqr shock absorbers (5.3.2 (d))
  4. Pass285,966 miles (+8,825)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    285,966 miles
    Test number
    976135387696
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front suspension arms ,bushes worn and deteriorated with age and use (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play steering inner ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint power steetring rack end seal (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint slight pwr fluid leaking from n/s steering (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension arms ,bushes worn and deteriorated with age and use (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass277,141 miles (+12,612)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    277,141 miles
    Test number
    198327561907
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both the n/s and o/s front wishbone suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres all round are close to legal limits the front tyres are also worn bald on the inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHigh mileage vehicle this shows in wear and play in all mounting bushes esp the lower suspension arm mounting bushes
    • AdvisoryRear door handles are sticking in the open position when opened from the outside ( manually pushing door handle back will result in the door being closed latched correctly)
  6. Pass264,529 miles (+16,060)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    264,529 miles
    Test number
    221473820986
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack gaitor moist (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes perished/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass248,469 miles (+9,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    248,469 miles
    Test number
    337426346987
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  8. Pass239,283 miles (+11,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    239,283 miles
    Test number
    407475648319
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to vehicle only exhaust exposed
  9. Pass227,749 miles (+7,655)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    227,749 miles
    Test number
    371442489576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass220,094 miles (+11,342)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    220,094 miles
    Test number
    962229707976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass208,752 miles (+14,474)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    208,752 miles
    Test number
    193126902827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass194,278 miles (+12,042)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    194,278 miles
    Test number
    501048469869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass182,236 miles (+12,638)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    182,236 miles
    Test number
    266723795049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass169,598 miles (+54,271)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    169,598 miles
    Test number
    626791594081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass115,327 miles (+3,277)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    115,327 miles
    Test number
    545191253041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass112,050 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    112,050 miles
    Test number
    137425852432
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake did not lock
    • NoteRear reg plate delaminated
  17. Fail112,046 miles (+49,974)3 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,046 miles
    Test number
    799634952000
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn = scrubbed
  18. Pass62,072 miles (+16,497)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    249460261091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,575 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,575 miles
    Test number
    111756510106
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Fail45,575 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,575 miles
    Test number
    850266410136
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald inner tread

Questions about V9 LEJ

Does V9 LEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 LEJ is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 LEJ?
The MOT on V9 LEJ is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 LEJ done?
V9 LEJ was recorded at 292,224 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 14,947 miles a year.
Has V9 LEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 LEJ has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V9 LEJ 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 V9 LEJ find?
V9 LEJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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