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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB59 CAXMOT history

LB59 CAX is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jan 2010. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 160,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2025
Mileage
160,392 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2024
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 CAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
14 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 CAX was last recorded at 160,392 miles on 22 Mar 2024, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,319 miles · 20 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
11,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 160,392 miles
  • 2023 – 147,409 miles
  • 2022 – 135,223 miles
  • 2021 – 127,761 miles
  • 2020 – 121,691 miles
  • 2019 – 109,374 miles
  • 2018 – 98,018 miles
  • 2017 – 85,604 miles
  • 2015 – 77,158 miles
  • 2014 – 66,111 miles
  • 2013 – 34,157 miles
  • 2012 – 33,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,392 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover plastic missing (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4mm and edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield slightly looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,392 miles (+73)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    160,392 miles
    Test number
    952489795077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover plastic missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4mm and edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield slightly loose
  2. Fail160,319 miles (+12,910)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,319 miles
    Test number
    177139411271
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure teared/cords and 2.3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover plastic missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4mm and edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield slightly loose
  3. Pass147,409 miles (+12,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    147,409 miles
    Test number
    637313195558
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass135,223 miles (+7,462)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,223 miles
    Test number
    270317084260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,761 miles (+6,070)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    127,761 miles
    Test number
    450578705539
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass121,691 miles (+12,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,691 miles
    Test number
    505353480610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass109,374 miles (+11,356)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    109,374 miles
    Test number
    129980457061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,018 miles (+12,414)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,018 miles
    Test number
    610693575390
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach the ply or cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  9. Pass85,604 miles (+8,446)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,604 miles
    Test number
    641455756175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,158 miles
    Test number
    471312303253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  11. Fail77,158 miles (+186)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,158 miles
    Test number
    852378492253
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  12. Fail76,972 miles (+10,861)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,972 miles
    Test number
    346099665136
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass66,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,111 miles
    Test number
    988922374125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail66,111 miles (+31,954)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,111 miles
    Test number
    337741374128
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass34,157 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,157 miles
    Test number
    639654963102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,681 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,681 miles
    Test number
    455346842382
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB59 CAX

Does LB59 CAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 CAX expired on 22 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 CAX?
The MOT on LB59 CAX expired on 22 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 CAX done?
LB59 CAX was recorded at 160,392 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2024, an average of 11,236 miles a year.
Has LB59 CAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 CAX has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB59 CAX 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 CAX find?
LB59 CAX passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2024 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 6 more.

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