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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB59 EUVMOT history

LB59 EUV is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
92,214 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 EUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 EUV was last recorded at 92,214 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,214 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,214 miles
  • 2024 – 89,184 miles
  • 2023 – 83,932 miles
  • 2022 – 78,305 miles
  • 2021 – 71,253 miles
  • 2020 – 65,229 miles
  • 2019 – 60,446 miles
  • 2018 – 52,292 miles
  • 2017 – 43,345 miles
  • 2016 – 37,747 miles
  • 2015 – 32,669 miles
  • 2014 – 27,952 miles
  • 2013 – 21,693 miles
  • 2012 – 20,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,214 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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass92,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    92,214 miles
    Test number
    425581197512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,214 miles (+3,030)4 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,214 miles
    Test number
    989299737814
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel has a welding defect cracked (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,184 miles
    Test number
    754037403342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail89,184 miles (+5,252)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,184 miles
    Test number
    963969114358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass83,932 miles (+5,627)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    83,932 miles
    Test number
    738932509545
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass78,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,305 miles
    Test number
    385105916396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,305 miles (+7,052)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,305 miles
    Test number
    923715826629
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trail arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass71,253 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    71,253 miles
    Test number
    566156590469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail71,215 miles (+5,986)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,215 miles
    Test number
    642739836338
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass65,229 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,229 miles
    Test number
    344524914996
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  11. Fail65,229 miles (+4,783)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,229 miles
    Test number
    146508761217
    • DangerousFront Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  12. Pass60,446 miles (+8,154)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,446 miles
    Test number
    956365390725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,292 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    52,292 miles
    Test number
    554606532853
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  14. Fail52,292 miles (+8,947)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,292 miles
    Test number
    740622896240
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  15. Pass43,345 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    43,345 miles
    Test number
    710682827171
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner / outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers slightly worn
  16. Fail43,345 miles (+5,598)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,345 miles
    Test number
    693303284060
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner / outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass37,747 miles (+5,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    37,747 miles
    Test number
    443982719269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake caliper showing signs of damp patch
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front tyres wearing on inner tread
  18. Pass32,669 miles (+4,717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,669 miles
    Test number
    576895725220
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass27,952 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,952 miles
    Test number
    857165824224
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteTyre monitor warning light on
  20. Fail27,952 miles (+6,259)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,952 miles
    Test number
    975095524242
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteTyre monitor warning light on
  21. Pass21,693 miles (+1,397)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,693 miles
    Test number
    366517823270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,296 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    20,296 miles
    Test number
    565222352383
    • NoteADVISE;EXHAUST EMISSIONS TO LOW TO RECORD RESULTS

Questions about LB59 EUV

Does LB59 EUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 EUV is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB59 EUV?
The MOT on LB59 EUV is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 EUV done?
LB59 EUV was recorded at 92,214 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 5,600 miles a year.
Has LB59 EUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 EUV has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 EUV 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 EUV find?
LB59 EUV passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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