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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 HEUMOT history

LB59 HEU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 129,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2023
Mileage
129,417 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 HEU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 HEU was last recorded at 129,417 miles on 20 Dec 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,417 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 129,417 miles
  • 2021 – 125,665 miles
  • 2020 – 113,776 miles
  • 2018 – 88,167 miles
  • 2017 – 82,193 miles
  • 2016 – 73,759 miles
  • 2015 – 63,036 miles
  • 2014 – 55,587 miles
  • 2012 – 42,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,417 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted)

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Full under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 11 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,417 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    129,417 miles
    Test number
    930233473774
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  2. Fail129,417 miles (+3,752)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,417 miles
    Test number
    903567366542
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Steering wheel rim fractured (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  3. Pass125,665 miles (+11,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,665 miles
    Test number
    428565043656
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass113,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,776 miles
    Test number
    235073535940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,791 miles (+12)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,791 miles
    Test number
    965069387245
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFull under trays fitted

  6. Fail113,779 miles (+8,376)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,779 miles
    Test number
    261649132781
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play excess free play in steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull under trays fitted

  7. Pass105,403 miles (+17,236)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,403 miles
    Test number
    334638798522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,167 miles (+5,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,167 miles
    Test number
    388053694435
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass82,193 miles (+3,446)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,193 miles
    Test number
    194921707710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,747 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,747 miles
    Test number
    306358668401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,759 miles (+10,723)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,759 miles
    Test number
    343057276582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,036 miles (+7,449)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    63,036 miles
    Test number
    696949905052
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass55,587 miles (+13,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,587 miles
    Test number
    156950514448
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass42,245 miles (+13,844)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,245 miles
    Test number
    827172462337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    28,401 miles
    Test number
    789281112087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 HEU

Does LB59 HEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 HEU expired on 19 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 HEU?
The MOT on LB59 HEU expired on 19 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 HEU done?
LB59 HEU was recorded at 129,417 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2022, an average of 9,233 miles a year.
Has LB59 HEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 HEU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB59 HEU 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 HEU find?
LB59 HEU passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2022 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s, and 2 more.

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