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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 CAUMOT history

LB59 CAU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,020 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 CAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 CAU was last recorded at 126,020 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,020 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,020 miles
  • 2025 – 119,652 miles
  • 2024 – 111,428 miles
  • 2023 – 100,937 miles
  • 2022 – 86,633 miles
  • 2021 – 78,209 miles
  • 2020 – 75,419 miles
  • 2019 – 69,381 miles
  • 2017 – 64,471 miles
  • 2016 – 60,703 miles
  • 2015 – 56,458 miles
  • 2014 – 52,383 miles
  • 2013 – 42,660 miles
  • 2012 – 31,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,020 miles
  • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view BOTH SIDE (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront FOG LAMPS NOT WORKING BOTH SIDERecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDE 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,020 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,020 miles
    Test number
    476664995736
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view BOTH SIDE (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront FOG LAMPS NOT WORKING BOTH SIDE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDE 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail126,020 miles (+6,368)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,020 miles
    Test number
    340970960332
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view BOTH SIDE (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront FOG LAMPS NOT WORKING BOTH SIDE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDE 225.45.17 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass119,652 miles (+8,224)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    119,652 miles
    Test number
    240562367250
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass111,428 miles (+10,491)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,428 miles
    Test number
    378740543652
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass100,937 miles (+14,304)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,937 miles
    Test number
    133650648332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,633 miles (+8,424)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,633 miles
    Test number
    940833314173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,209 miles (+2,790)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,209 miles
    Test number
    883760917230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,419 miles (+6,038)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,419 miles
    Test number
    159383631490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,381 miles
    Test number
    185723743400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,381 miles (+4,910)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,381 miles
    Test number
    840467771679
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  11. Pass64,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,471 miles
    Test number
    959169709537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,471 miles (+3,768)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,471 miles
    Test number
    237396289403
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass60,703 miles (+4,245)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    779092748988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,458 miles (+4,075)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,458 miles
    Test number
    581090446722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,383 miles (+9,723)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,383 miles
    Test number
    719610694290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine undertray damaged

  16. Pass42,660 miles (+11,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,660 miles
    Test number
    445769523351
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass31,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    31,657 miles
    Test number
    747543032326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 CAU

Does LB59 CAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 CAU is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 CAU?
The MOT on LB59 CAU is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 CAU done?
LB59 CAU was recorded at 126,020 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 7,142 miles a year.
Has LB59 CAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 CAU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 CAU 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 LB59 CAU find?
LB59 CAU passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both side; front fog lamps not working both side; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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