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BMW 5 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LB59 LVAMOT history

LB59 LVA is a grey diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 18 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 172,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
172,123 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 LVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 LVA was last recorded at 172,123 miles on 6 May 2026, 3,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,223 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,900 miles
Average per year
9,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,123 miles
  • 2025 – 168,223 miles
  • 2024 – 161,043 miles
  • 2023 – 154,368 miles
  • 2022 – 150,514 miles
  • 2021 – 145,822 miles
  • 2020 – 141,840 miles
  • 2019 – 132,674 miles
  • 2018 – 121,843 miles
  • 2016 – 109,297 miles
  • 2015 – 90,354 miles
  • 2014 – 72,118 miles
  • 2013 – 59,496 miles
  • 2012 – 47,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,123 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear lower arm bush starting to separate (marked)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear lower arm bush starting to separate (marked)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass172,123 miles (+3,900)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    172,123 miles
    Test number
    404089824762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass168,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    168,223 miles
    Test number
    353772941700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail270,620 km1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,620 km
    Test number
    217650170391
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass161,043 miles (+6,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    161,043 miles
    Test number
    465806017049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass154,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    154,368 miles
    Test number
    705623280638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail154,368 miles (+3,854)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,368 miles
    Test number
    736823630046
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass150,514 miles (+4,692)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,514 miles
    Test number
    633865463048
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass145,822 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    145,822 miles
    Test number
    395928569284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lower arm bush starting to separate (marked)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lower arm bush starting to separate (marked)

  9. Fail145,821 miles (+3,981)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,821 miles
    Test number
    118943807980
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lower arm bush starting to separate (marked)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lower arm bush starting to separate (marked)

  10. Pass141,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,840 miles
    Test number
    670445361248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail141,840 miles (+9,166)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,840 miles
    Test number
    540866819216
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLow effort nearside parking brake

  12. Pass132,674 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    132,674 miles
    Test number
    382841018409
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn edges
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Number plate light not working
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  13. Fail132,674 miles (+10,831)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,674 miles
    Test number
    249577721943
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn edges
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Number plate light not working
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  14. Pass121,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,843 miles
    Test number
    328602201419
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn badly /very close to limits

  15. Fail121,843 miles (+12,546)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,843 miles
    Test number
    101833280655
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn badly /very close to limits

  16. Pass109,297 miles (+18,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,297 miles
    Test number
    795071420331
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryLow effort nearside hand brake

  17. Pass90,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,354 miles
    Test number
    301174255895
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail90,354 miles (+18,236)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,354 miles
    Test number
    174813647818
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash

  19. Pass72,118 miles (+12,622)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,118 miles
    Test number
    929426354309
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on the outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn on the outer edge
    • NoteRear brake pads getting very low

  20. Pass59,496 miles (+12,330)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,496 miles
    Test number
    409562363486
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass47,166 miles (+84)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    47,166 miles
    Test number
    495973162347
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteLow emissions emitter
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f tyres wearing on outer edge

  22. Pass47,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    47,082 miles
    Test number
    755719542300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,077 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,077 miles
    Test number
    506669142360
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB59 LVA

Does LB59 LVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 LVA is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 LVA?
The MOT on LB59 LVA is valid until 18 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 LVA done?
LB59 LVA was recorded at 172,123 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 9,338 miles a year.
Has LB59 LVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 LVA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 LVA 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 LVA find?
LB59 LVA passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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