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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 GDUMOT history

LB59 GDU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 177,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
177,412 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 GDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 GDU was last recorded at 177,412 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 3,686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,726 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,686 miles
Average per year
8,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,412 miles
  • 2025 – 173,726 miles
  • 2024 – 170,511 miles
  • 2023 – 167,294 miles
  • 2022 – 163,536 miles
  • 2021 – 159,294 miles
  • 2020 – 155,389 miles
  • 2019 – 154,157 miles
  • 2017 – 138,517 miles
  • 2016 – 123,449 miles
  • 2015 – 105,431 miles
  • 2014 – 87,731 miles
  • 2013 – 67,270 miles
  • 2012 – 57,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,412 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (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.

  • Front Bumper and O/S/F wing are damaged/temporary repaired(covered with tape) - all secure and not causing risks of injuries

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    177,412 miles
    Test number
    999851890150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail177,412 miles (+3,686)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,412 miles
    Test number
    363398658780
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass173,726 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    173,726 miles
    Test number
    940131626288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass170,511 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    170,511 miles
    Test number
    708922290278
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper and O/S/F wing are damaged/temporary repaired(covered with tape) - all secure and not causing risks of injuries

  5. Fail170,507 miles (+3,213)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,507 miles
    Test number
    357935597919
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper and O/S/F wing are damaged/temporary repaired(covered with tape) - all secure and not causing risks of injuries
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass167,294 miles (+3,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    167,294 miles
    Test number
    916168593596
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass163,536 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    163,536 miles
    Test number
    472697728321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail163,486 miles (+4,192)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,486 miles
    Test number
    802961488790
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))

  9. Pass159,294 miles (+3,905)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    159,294 miles
    Test number
    601569269013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass155,389 miles (+1,232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,389 miles
    Test number
    950557734959
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass154,157 miles (+15,640)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    154,157 miles
    Test number
    669078507567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass138,517 miles (+15,068)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    138,517 miles
    Test number
    839184415245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,449 miles (+18,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    123,449 miles
    Test number
    684227064391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass105,431 miles (+17,700)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    105,431 miles
    Test number
    602462431198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,731 miles (+20,461)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    87,731 miles
    Test number
    438453934395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,270 miles (+10,027)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,270 miles
    Test number
    385123913380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,243 miles
    Test number
    345571612329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 GDU

Does LB59 GDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 GDU is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 GDU?
The MOT on LB59 GDU is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 GDU done?
LB59 GDU was recorded at 177,412 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 8,705 miles a year.
Has LB59 GDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 GDU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 GDU 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 GDU find?
LB59 GDU passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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