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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB59 EVFMOT history

LB59 EVF is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 177,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
177,455 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 EVF
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 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 EVF was last recorded at 177,455 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 18,798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,657 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
18,798 miles
Average per year
12,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,455 miles
  • 2024 – 143,147 miles
  • 2022 – 132,165 miles
  • 2021 – 123,302 miles
  • 2020 – 117,193 miles
  • 2019 – 99,219 miles
  • 2018 – 83,986 miles
  • 2017 – 67,326 miles
  • 2015 – 53,844 miles
  • 2014 – 42,745 miles
  • 2013 – 30,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,455 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,455 miles (+18,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    177,455 miles
    Test number
    574536475118
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass158,657 miles (+15,510)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    158,657 miles
    Test number
    479722814853
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass143,147 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    143,147 miles
    Test number
    103164435377
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail143,147 miles (+10,982)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,147 miles
    Test number
    266124747023
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testCentral Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass132,165 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    132,165 miles
    Test number
    634255150555
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail132,158 miles (+8,856)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,158 miles
    Test number
    584995353674
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Window excessively tinted and visibility of an obligatory external mirror seriously affected door (3.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Window excessively tinted and visibility of an obligatory external mirror seriously affected door (3.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen excessively tinted and visibility through swept area of windscreen seriously affected (3.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass123,302 miles (+6,109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,302 miles
    Test number
    139702552882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass117,193 miles (+17,974)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    117,193 miles
    Test number
    542546709114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Pass99,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,219 miles
    Test number
    986855574472
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail99,219 miles (+15,233)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,219 miles
    Test number
    307278180307
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass83,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,986 miles
    Test number
    295721596130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,986 miles (+16,660)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,986 miles
    Test number
    935870623504
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass67,326 miles (+13,482)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,326 miles
    Test number
    185284221896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,844 miles
    Test number
    474326014900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,844 miles (+11,099)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,844 miles
    Test number
    614617690059
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

  16. Pass42,745 miles (+9,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    42,745 miles
    Test number
    106855364361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass33,249 miles (+2,625)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,249 miles
    Test number
    357363464076
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass30,624 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    30,624 miles
    Test number
    658221153357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,548 miles (+9,051)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,548 miles
    Test number
    236948843317
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass21,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    21,497 miles
    Test number
    429754203011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 EVF

Does LB59 EVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 EVF is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB59 EVF?
The MOT on LB59 EVF is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 EVF done?
LB59 EVF was recorded at 177,455 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 12,013 miles a year.
Has LB59 EVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 EVF has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB59 EVF 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 EVF find?
LB59 EVF passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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