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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB59 HCAMOT history

LB59 HCA is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 206,391 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
206,391 km
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 HCA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
25 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 HCA was last recorded at 206,391 km on 22 Oct 2025.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 206,391 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,391 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section is partially broken.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,391 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    206,391 km
    Test number
    886231637073
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail206,391 km1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,391 km
    Test number
    693258295973
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass123,774 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,774 miles
    Test number
    549067723809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,470 miles (+2,396)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,470 miles
    Test number
    139228578991
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass121,074 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,074 miles
    Test number
    434048051344
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail121,074 miles (+1,429)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,074 miles
    Test number
    654204905522
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lack of driving (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lack of driving (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass119,645 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    119,645 miles
    Test number
    342328174983
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section and partially insecure. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail119,645 miles (+9,546)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,645 miles
    Test number
    657970836359
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section and partially insecure. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass110,099 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,099 miles
    Test number
    884781720188
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Fail110,099 miles (+8,734)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,099 miles
    Test number
    248082157090
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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. Pass101,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,365 miles
    Test number
    767548600681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,365 miles (+12,403)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,365 miles
    Test number
    115569165315
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel cracked Inner side of wheel. (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass88,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,962 miles
    Test number
    388599323532
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail88,962 miles (+12,597)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,962 miles
    Test number
    725690206896
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass76,365 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    76,365 miles
    Test number
    882337971998
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section is partially broken. (7.1.2)

  16. Fail76,365 miles (+11,880)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,365 miles
    Test number
    828483269071
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both shoulders void of tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section is partially broken. (7.1.2)

  17. Pass64,485 miles (+9,773)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,485 miles
    Test number
    177099585063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,712 miles
    Test number
    196200594437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,712 miles (+11,525)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,712 miles
    Test number
    557120094014
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass43,187 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,187 miles
    Test number
    945271033011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail43,187 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,187 miles
    Test number
    606321633026
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LB59 HCA

Does LB59 HCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 HCA is valid until 21 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB59 HCA?
The MOT on LB59 HCA is valid until 21 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 HCA done?
LB59 HCA was recorded at 206,391 km at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025.
Has LB59 HCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 HCA has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 HCA 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 HCA find?
LB59 HCA passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: rear coil spring corroded both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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