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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 GWEMOT history

LB59 GWE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2023 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 142,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2023
Mileage
142,267 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2022
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 GWE
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
22 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 GWE was last recorded at 142,267 miles on 10 Jan 2022, 7,993 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,274 miles · 15 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,993 miles
Average per year
10,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,267 miles
  • 2020 – 134,274 miles
  • 2019 – 120,641 miles
  • 2018 – 104,691 miles
  • 2017 – 93,050 miles
  • 2016 – 67,216 miles
  • 2015 – 55,553 miles
  • 2014 – 49,240 miles
  • 2012 – 43,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,267 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front tyres wearing low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,267 miles (+7,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    142,267 miles
    Test number
    923914620897
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass134,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,274 miles
    Test number
    951858325334
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
  3. Fail134,274 miles (+13,633)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,274 miles
    Test number
    689449039679
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
  4. Pass120,641 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,641 miles
    Test number
    905699089087
    • AdvisoryOil residue on engine
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low
  5. Fail120,639 miles (+15,948)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,639 miles
    Test number
    548310070295
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  6. Pass104,691 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    104,691 miles
    Test number
    758816186710
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail104,690 miles (+11,640)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,690 miles
    Test number
    804330695875
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn centre (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn centre (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass93,050 miles (+9,714)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,050 miles
    Test number
    683078421515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,336 miles (+16,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,336 miles
    Test number
    155108640987
    • AdvisoryFront track arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn low
  10. Pass67,216 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    592046117922
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  11. Fail67,216 miles (+11,663)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    496006523542
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  12. Pass55,553 miles (+6,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,553 miles
    Test number
    227776325092
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  13. Pass49,240 miles (+5,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,240 miles
    Test number
    836435514018
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Pass43,587 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,587 miles
    Test number
    976664052357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB59 GWE

Does LB59 GWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 GWE expired on 9 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 GWE?
The MOT on LB59 GWE expired on 9 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 GWE done?
LB59 GWE was recorded at 142,267 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2022, an average of 10,892 miles a year.
Has LB59 GWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 GWE has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LB59 GWE 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 GWE find?
LB59 GWE passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2022 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear.

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