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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 2,996 cc

LB59 EYZMOT history

LB59 EYZ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
116,079 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB59 EYZ was last recorded at 116,079 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,072 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,079 miles
  • 2024 – 104,829 miles
  • 2023 – 99,514 miles
  • 2022 – 90,774 miles
  • 2021 – 87,174 miles
  • 2020 – 85,076 miles
  • 2019 – 81,008 miles
  • 2018 – 76,622 miles
  • 2016 – 69,437 miles
  • 2015 – 58,534 miles
  • 2014 – 46,822 miles
  • 2013 – 34,793 miles
  • 2012 – 26,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,079 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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 handbrake has very little effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Subframe and diff corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nsr handbrake has very little effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    116,079 miles
    Test number
    575076904986
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail116,079 miles (+7)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,079 miles
    Test number
    619721400099
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail116,072 miles (+11,243)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,072 miles
    Test number
    819953338690
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,829 miles
    Test number
    211120171761
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency just met

  5. Fail104,829 miles (+5,315)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,829 miles
    Test number
    698449000754
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency just met

  6. Pass99,514 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,514 miles
    Test number
    844319485970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake has very little effort
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe and diff corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Fail99,513 miles (+4,272)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,513 miles
    Test number
    449167407013
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake has very little effort
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe and diff corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass95,241 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,241 miles
    Test number
    288278361498
    • AdvisoryNsr handbrake has very little effort

  9. Fail95,182 miles (+4,408)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,182 miles
    Test number
    995349129281
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNsr handbrake has very little effort

  10. Pass90,774 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,774 miles
    Test number
    977432207050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,772 miles (+3,598)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,772 miles
    Test number
    899964727074
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass87,174 miles (+2,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,174 miles
    Test number
    958581473633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  13. Pass85,076 miles (+4,068)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,076 miles
    Test number
    645614145608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,008 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,008 miles
    Test number
    442610720475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,622 miles (+7,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,622 miles
    Test number
    132855381318
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass69,437 miles (+10,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,437 miles
    Test number
    431266908603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 2.5 mm
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass58,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,534 miles
    Test number
    713124222383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,532 miles (+11,710)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,532 miles
    Test number
    171500040644
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass46,822 miles (+12,029)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,822 miles
    Test number
    947216754317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,793 miles (+8,576)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    34,793 miles
    Test number
    459410543333
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass26,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    26,217 miles
    Test number
    309229532351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 EYZ

Does LB59 EYZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 EYZ is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 EYZ?
The MOT on LB59 EYZ is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 EYZ done?
LB59 EYZ was recorded at 116,079 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 6,733 miles a year.
Has LB59 EYZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 EYZ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 EYZ 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 EYZ find?
LB59 EYZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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