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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,996 cc

LB59 EVMMOT history

LB59 EVM is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 158,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
158,656 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 EVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
10 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 EVM was last recorded at 158,656 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 11,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,656 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,000 miles
Average per year
9,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,656 miles
  • 2025 – 147,656 miles
  • 2023 – 142,715 miles
  • 2022 – 134,952 miles
  • 2021 – 114,751 miles
  • 2020 – 103,044 miles
  • 2019 – 89,342 miles
  • 2018 – 86,282 miles
  • 2017 – 77,516 miles
  • 2016 – 68,771 miles
  • 2015 – 58,453 miles
  • 2014 – 48,644 miles
  • 2013 – 39,278 miles
  • 2012 – 28,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,656 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • OSR Shock absorber dust cover detatched.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,656 miles (+11,000)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    158,656 miles
    Test number
    722570163283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,656 miles (+4,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    147,656 miles
    Test number
    290962373786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,715 miles (+7,763)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    142,715 miles
    Test number
    896311704658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass134,952 miles (+20,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    134,952 miles
    Test number
    609402775589
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass114,751 miles (+11,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,751 miles
    Test number
    232201896032
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass103,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    103,044 miles
    Test number
    794318476072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail103,044 miles (+13,702)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,044 miles
    Test number
    515947635898
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

  8. Pass89,342 miles (+3,060)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,342 miles
    Test number
    704793761088
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,282 miles (+75)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,282 miles
    Test number
    595994426775
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOSR Shock absorber dust cover detatched.

  10. Fail86,207 miles (+8,691)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,207 miles
    Test number
    761994959883
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOSR Shock absorber dust cover detatched.

  11. Pass77,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,516 miles
    Test number
    722227892249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,516 miles (+8,745)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,516 miles
    Test number
    240938956936
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass68,771 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,771 miles
    Test number
    374906000232
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail68,722 miles (+10,269)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,722 miles
    Test number
    158705343033
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass58,453 miles (+9,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,453 miles
    Test number
    108572092543
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  16. Pass48,644 miles (+9,366)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,644 miles
    Test number
    646238734320
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass39,278 miles (+11,173)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,278 miles
    Test number
    776799733345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,105 miles
    Test number
    429326522449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 EVM

Does LB59 EVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 EVM is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 EVM?
The MOT on LB59 EVM is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 EVM done?
LB59 EVM was recorded at 158,656 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 9,877 miles a year.
Has LB59 EVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 EVM has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on LB59 EVM 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 EVM find?
LB59 EVM passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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