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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,171 cc

LB59 FZRMOT history

LB59 FZR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 148,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
148,916 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 FZR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 FZR was last recorded at 148,916 miles on 18 May 2026, 6,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,271 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,645 miles
Average per year
8,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,916 miles
  • 2025 – 142,271 miles
  • 2024 – 137,362 miles
  • 2023 – 130,468 miles
  • 2022 – 126,346 miles
  • 2021 – 121,108 miles
  • 2019 – 116,731 miles
  • 2018 – 106,831 miles
  • 2017 – 89,203 miles
  • 2016 – 72,246 miles
  • 2015 – 60,985 miles
  • 2014 – 51,308 miles
  • 2013 – 39,817 miles
  • 2012 – 28,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,916 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,916 miles (+6,645)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    148,916 miles
    Test number
    399077294936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass142,271 miles (+4,909)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    142,271 miles
    Test number
    901770502403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass137,362 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    137,362 miles
    Test number
    272248705711
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,360 miles (+6,892)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,360 miles
    Test number
    997719604338
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,468 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,468 miles
    Test number
    331279632989
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail130,467 miles (+4,121)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,467 miles
    Test number
    177423117977
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working Both inner and outer position lights not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,346 miles (+5,238)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    126,346 miles
    Test number
    533269084291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,108 miles (+4,377)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,108 miles
    Test number
    932693217017
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  9. Pass116,731 miles (+9,900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,731 miles
    Test number
    843313150774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen swept area
    • AdvisoryEngine oil slightly leak
    • AdvisoryH/brake travel long

  10. Pass106,831 miles (+17,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    106,831 miles
    Test number
    284824946032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass89,203 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,203 miles
    Test number
    695134111326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront brakes low

  12. Fail89,203 miles (+16,957)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,203 miles
    Test number
    171978375549
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront brakes low

  13. Pass72,246 miles (+11,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,246 miles
    Test number
    822461583243
    • AdvisoryVery slight movement in nsr upper inner balljoint

  14. Pass60,985 miles (+9,677)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,985 miles
    Test number
    115257590667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,308 miles (+11,491)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,308 miles
    Test number
    198076814390
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage nearside rear tyre sidewall.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

  16. Pass39,817 miles (+11,034)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    39,817 miles
    Test number
    776631803324
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage tyre sidewalls.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration rear number plate.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

  17. Pass28,783 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    28,783 miles
    Test number
    559363912326
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage nearside front tyre sidewall.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

Questions about LB59 FZR

Does LB59 FZR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 FZR is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 FZR?
The MOT on LB59 FZR is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 FZR done?
LB59 FZR was recorded at 148,916 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 8,884 miles a year.
Has LB59 FZR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 FZR has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB59 FZR 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 FZR find?
LB59 FZR passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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