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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 EVWMOT history

LB59 EVW is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 100,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,254 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 EVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 EVW was last recorded at 100,254 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 4,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,451 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,803 miles
Average per year
5,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,254 miles
  • 2025 – 95,451 miles
  • 2024 – 89,579 miles
  • 2023 – 80,766 miles
  • 2022 – 70,185 miles
  • 2021 – 65,714 miles
  • 2020 – 62,327 miles
  • 2019 – 62,323 miles
  • 2018 – 61,427 miles
  • 2017 – 54,770 miles
  • 2016 – 48,443 miles
  • 2015 – 41,322 miles
  • 2014 – 34,617 miles
  • 2013 – 29,130 miles
  • 2012 – 23,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,254 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of wheel (5.3.4 (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.

  • Engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,254 miles (+4,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,254 miles
    Test number
    921034189926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass95,451 miles (+5,872)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,451 miles
    Test number
    361999448713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass89,579 miles (+8,813)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    89,579 miles
    Test number
    818056457426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,766 miles (+10,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,766 miles
    Test number
    790768890008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil weak on limits (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass70,185 miles (+4,471)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,185 miles
    Test number
    671541384607
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass65,714 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,714 miles
    Test number
    123593819346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight play in suspension bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail65,711 miles (+3,384)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,711 miles
    Test number
    289197566551
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight play in suspension bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass62,327 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,327 miles
    Test number
    449841420792
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  9. Pass62,323 miles (+896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    62,323 miles
    Test number
    286306984598
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  10. Pass61,427 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,427 miles
    Test number
    189333630888
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail61,427 miles (+6,657)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,427 miles
    Test number
    586426515989
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass54,770 miles (+6,327)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,770 miles
    Test number
    879431570790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,443 miles (+7,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,443 miles
    Test number
    538299240099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass41,322 miles (+6,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,322 miles
    Test number
    786746933788
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  15. Pass34,617 miles (+5,487)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,617 miles
    Test number
    417033704401
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass29,130 miles (+5,866)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    29,130 miles
    Test number
    278344693206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,264 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,264 miles
    Test number
    905806202323
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn badly on edges.

Questions about LB59 EVW

Does LB59 EVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 EVW is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 EVW?
The MOT on LB59 EVW is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 EVW done?
LB59 EVW was recorded at 100,254 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 5,630 miles a year.
Has LB59 EVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 EVW has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LB59 EVW 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 EVW find?
LB59 EVW passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of wheel; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of wheel.

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