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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 2,979 cc

LB59 EVJMOT history

LB59 EVJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 41,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2026
Mileage
41,610 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2025
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 EVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 EVJ was last recorded at 41,610 miles on 4 Feb 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,610 miles · 26 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 41,610 miles
  • 2024 – 41,610 miles
  • 2023 – 41,586 miles
  • 2018 – 41,580 miles
  • 2017 – 40,914 miles
  • 2016 – 33,885 miles
  • 2015 – 33,254 miles
  • 2014 – 24,562 miles
  • 2013 – 16,403 miles
  • 2012 – 14,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,610 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

11 tests since 12 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,610 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    41,610 miles
    Test number
    614441817301
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail41,610 miles (+24)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,610 miles
    Test number
    651906925267
    • DangerousFront Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass41,586 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    41,586 miles
    Test number
    157604616275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,580 miles (+666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    41,580 miles
    Test number
    780810336811
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both side (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass40,914 miles (+7,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,914 miles
    Test number
    957844657296
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass33,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    33,885 miles
    Test number
    162059707001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail33,885 miles (+631)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,885 miles
    Test number
    576938021825
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass33,254 miles (+8,692)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,254 miles
    Test number
    166156785463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,562 miles (+8,159)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    24,562 miles
    Test number
    646287434019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass16,403 miles (+2,071)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    16,403 miles
    Test number
    867817033025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass14,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    14,332 miles
    Test number
    205364092470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 EVJ

Does LB59 EVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 EVJ expired on 3 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 EVJ?
The MOT on LB59 EVJ expired on 3 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 EVJ done?
LB59 EVJ was recorded at 41,610 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2025, an average of 2,171 miles a year.
Has LB59 EVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 EVJ has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB59 EVJ 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 EVJ find?
LB59 EVJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2025 with 10 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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