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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 DFDMOT history

LB59 DFD is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
105,518 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB59 DFD was last recorded at 105,518 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 2,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,333 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,185 miles
Average per year
4,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,518 miles
  • 2025 – 103,333 miles
  • 2024 – 100,433 miles
  • 2023 – 96,355 miles
  • 2022 – 91,762 miles
  • 2021 – 87,808 miles
  • 2020 – 85,411 miles
  • 2019 – 81,908 miles
  • 2018 – 77,203 miles
  • 2017 – 76,630 miles
  • 2016 – 72,095 miles
  • 2015 – 62,126 miles
  • 2014 – 56,756 miles
  • 2013 – 48,342 miles
  • 2012 – 38,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,518 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,518 miles (+2,185)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    105,518 miles
    Test number
    987379176278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass103,333 miles (+2,900)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    103,333 miles
    Test number
    281662742969
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass100,433 miles (+4,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    100,433 miles
    Test number
    255318325536
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass96,355 miles (+4,593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,355 miles
    Test number
    179575734088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass91,762 miles (+3,954)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,762 miles
    Test number
    704659752410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,808 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    87,808 miles
    Test number
    635450473429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,806 miles (+2,395)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,806 miles
    Test number
    357573341893
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,411 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,411 miles
    Test number
    780126411671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail85,408 miles (+3,500)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,408 miles
    Test number
    857734929222
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass81,908 miles (+4,705)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,908 miles
    Test number
    687231394304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,203 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,203 miles
    Test number
    117025632047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,630 miles (+1,874)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,630 miles
    Test number
    171408975587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,756 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,756 miles
    Test number
    575680030576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,095 miles
    Test number
    329340892370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,095 miles (+426)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,095 miles
    Test number
    898876632111
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)

  16. Fail71,669 miles (+9,543)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,669 miles
    Test number
    954955640359
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass62,126 miles (+5,370)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,126 miles
    Test number
    893696526303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,756 miles
    Test number
    907463874291
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail56,756 miles (+8,414)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,756 miles
    Test number
    476473674240
    • FailureNearside Front 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)

  20. Pass48,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,342 miles
    Test number
    168624453250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,342 miles (+9,578)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,342 miles
    Test number
    457194153252
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass38,764 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    38,764 miles
    Test number
    247170312379
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB59 DFD

Does LB59 DFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 DFD is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 DFD?
The MOT on LB59 DFD is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 DFD done?
LB59 DFD was recorded at 105,518 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,797 miles a year.
Has LB59 DFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 DFD has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LB59 DFD 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 DFD find?
LB59 DFD passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise, and 1 more.

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