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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB59 RCFMOT history

LB59 RCF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 230,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
230,829 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 RCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
12 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 RCF was last recorded at 230,829 miles on 19 May 2026, 8,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,680 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,149 miles
Average per year
11,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,829 miles
  • 2025 – 222,680 miles
  • 2024 – 210,072 miles
  • 2023 – 193,579 miles
  • 2022 – 188,362 miles
  • 2020 – 180,692 miles
  • 2019 – 170,570 miles
  • 2018 – 158,474 miles
  • 2017 – 142,197 miles
  • 2016 – 125,976 miles
  • 2015 – 110,209 miles
  • 2013 – 93,505 miles
  • 2012 – 74,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,829 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass230,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    230,829 miles
    Test number
    167758624929
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail230,829 miles (+8,149)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,829 miles
    Test number
    580765833951
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass222,680 miles (+12,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    222,680 miles
    Test number
    663419053898
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass210,072 miles (+16,493)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    210,072 miles
    Test number
    217840274173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass193,579 miles (+5,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    193,579 miles
    Test number
    740467935623
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  6. Pass188,362 miles (+7,670)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    188,362 miles
    Test number
    835191365304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass180,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    180,692 miles
    Test number
    699932788476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail180,691 miles (+10,121)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,691 miles
    Test number
    391623945826
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass170,570 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,570 miles
    Test number
    947116239693
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  10. Fail170,570 miles (+12,096)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,570 miles
    Test number
    357193662022
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  11. Pass158,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    158,474 miles
    Test number
    619049753983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail158,474 miles (+16,277)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,474 miles
    Test number
    113228108741
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  13. Pass142,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,197 miles
    Test number
    132599227039
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySome play in both rear upper trailing arm bushes

  14. Fail142,197 miles (+16,221)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,197 miles
    Test number
    684345939647
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySome play in both rear upper trailing arm bushes

  15. Pass125,976 miles (+15,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    125,976 miles
    Test number
    388800420052
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  16. Pass110,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,209 miles
    Test number
    675737315112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail110,209 miles (+16,704)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,209 miles
    Test number
    979667815130
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass93,505 miles (+19,417)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    93,505 miles
    Test number
    579123223350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,088 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    74,088 miles
    Test number
    686879742357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front tyre outerside wall
    • NoteFront numberplate damaged
    • NoteFront tyres bald on the inside edges of tread
    • NoteHandbrake nearly comes to the end of its travel

Questions about LB59 RCF

Does LB59 RCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 RCF is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 RCF?
The MOT on LB59 RCF is valid until 29 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 RCF done?
LB59 RCF was recorded at 230,829 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 11,674 miles a year.
Has LB59 RCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 RCF has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 RCF 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 RCF find?
LB59 RCF passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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