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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 EXHMOT history

LB59 EXH is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 117,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
117,613 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 EXH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 EXH was last recorded at 117,613 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,574 miles · 20 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
7,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,613 miles
  • 2025 – 110,305 miles
  • 2024 – 99,028 miles
  • 2023 – 94,012 miles
  • 2022 – 89,412 miles
  • 2020 – 86,412 miles
  • 2019 – 76,209 miles
  • 2018 – 67,642 miles
  • 2017 – 45,573 miles
  • 2016 – 36,689 miles
  • 2015 – 31,355 miles
  • 2014 – 26,228 miles
  • 2013 – 20,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,613 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy worn not leaking exhaust gasesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres starting to wear inner edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,613 miles (+39)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    117,613 miles
    Test number
    418522485210
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy worn not leaking exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres starting to wear inner edges

  2. Fail117,574 miles (+7,269)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,574 miles
    Test number
    836747508860
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy worn not leaking exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres starting to wear inner edges

  3. Pass110,305 miles (+11,277)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    110,305 miles
    Test number
    394955155967
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass99,028 miles (+5,016)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,028 miles
    Test number
    547868276496
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass94,012 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,012 miles
    Test number
    626892800326
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail94,010 miles (+4,598)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,010 miles
    Test number
    980603883520
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass89,412 miles (+3,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,412 miles
    Test number
    875798450993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass86,412 miles (+10,203)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,412 miles
    Test number
    853682752756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,209 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,209 miles
    Test number
    571627028411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,207 miles (+8,565)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,207 miles
    Test number
    949371372694
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass67,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    67,642 miles
    Test number
    377604695139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,642 miles (+11,433)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,642 miles
    Test number
    704123852475
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass56,209 miles (+10,636)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    56,209 miles
    Test number
    131876630296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,573 miles (+8,884)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    45,573 miles
    Test number
    848878038840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,689 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    36,689 miles
    Test number
    765323655927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,355 miles (+5,127)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    31,355 miles
    Test number
    477206915052
    • NoteRear brake pads worn to mot limit of 1.5mm.

  17. Pass26,228 miles (+6,215)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    26,228 miles
    Test number
    787966304031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    20,013 miles
    Test number
    289768513003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 EXH

Does LB59 EXH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 EXH is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 EXH?
The MOT on LB59 EXH is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 EXH done?
LB59 EXH was recorded at 117,613 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 7,402 miles a year.
Has LB59 EXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 EXH has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 EXH 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 EXH find?
LB59 EXH passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front; front exhaust flexy worn not leaking exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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