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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 DBXMOT history

LB59 DBX is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 158,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
158,898 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 DBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
6 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 DBX was last recorded at 158,898 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 4,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,894 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,004 miles
Average per year
9,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,898 miles
  • 2025 – 154,894 miles
  • 2024 – 148,840 miles
  • 2023 – 137,190 miles
  • 2022 – 127,396 miles
  • 2021 – 118,888 miles
  • 2019 – 112,566 miles
  • 2018 – 106,340 miles
  • 2017 – 96,588 miles
  • 2016 – 89,775 miles
  • 2015 – 78,380 miles
  • 2014 – 68,513 miles
  • 2013 – 56,672 miles
  • 2012 – 38,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,898 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,898 miles (+4,004)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    158,898 miles
    Test number
    981496555312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass154,894 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    154,894 miles
    Test number
    896392652536
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail154,894 miles (+6,054)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,894 miles
    Test number
    859086382988
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass148,840 miles (+286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    148,840 miles
    Test number
    138401094286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail148,554 miles (+11,364)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,554 miles
    Test number
    311675665798
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass137,190 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    137,190 miles
    Test number
    714437021454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail137,189 miles (+9,793)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,189 miles
    Test number
    346758559787
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,396 miles (+8,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    127,396 miles
    Test number
    634208422887
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  9. Pass118,888 miles (+188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,888 miles
    Test number
    219253386715
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail118,700 miles (+141)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,700 miles
    Test number
    286005974784
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail118,559 miles (+5,993)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,559 miles
    Test number
    281602892963
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass112,566 miles (+6,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,566 miles
    Test number
    190361998705
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass106,340 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    106,340 miles
    Test number
    643634022088
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Fail106,316 miles (+9,728)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,316 miles
    Test number
    880516791047
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Pass96,588 miles (+6,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    96,588 miles
    Test number
    754456804470
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass89,775 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    89,775 miles
    Test number
    593325881471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,744 miles (+11,364)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,744 miles
    Test number
    539869309576
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass78,380 miles (+9,867)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,380 miles
    Test number
    140772168419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,513 miles (+11,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,513 miles
    Test number
    208979044344
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass56,672 miles (+17,748)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    56,672 miles
    Test number
    738127623308
    • NoteFront inner brake pads, look low!

  21. Pass38,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,924 miles
    Test number
    256613452383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 DBX

Does LB59 DBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 DBX is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 DBX?
The MOT on LB59 DBX is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 DBX done?
LB59 DBX was recorded at 158,898 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 9,086 miles a year.
Has LB59 DBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 DBX has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 DBX 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 DBX find?
LB59 DBX passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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