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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 RCOMOT history

LB59 RCO is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 169,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
169,726 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 RCO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 RCO was last recorded at 169,726 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 3,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,454 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,272 miles
Average per year
9,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,726 miles
  • 2025 – 166,454 miles
  • 2024 – 162,222 miles
  • 2023 – 157,370 miles
  • 2022 – 149,977 miles
  • 2020 – 144,131 miles
  • 2019 – 127,354 miles
  • 2018 – 114,971 miles
  • 2017 – 101,880 miles
  • 2016 – 93,081 miles
  • 2015 – 85,956 miles
  • 2014 – 78,989 miles
  • 2013 – 71,848 miles
  • 2012 – 49,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,726 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass169,726 miles (+3,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    169,726 miles
    Test number
    502558057959
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass166,454 miles (+4,232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    166,454 miles
    Test number
    963379322590
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass162,222 miles (+4,852)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    162,222 miles
    Test number
    974192257729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,370 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    157,370 miles
    Test number
    425414382678
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail157,370 miles (+7,393)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,370 miles
    Test number
    506657356218
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass149,977 miles (+5,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    149,977 miles
    Test number
    787006734015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass144,131 miles (+16,777)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    144,131 miles
    Test number
    427758913394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,354 miles
    Test number
    557485674102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail127,354 miles2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,354 miles
    Test number
    252601629856
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel on handbrake

  10. Fail127,354 miles (+12,383)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,354 miles
    Test number
    424364395794
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel on handbrake

  11. Pass114,971 miles (+13,091)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,971 miles
    Test number
    845717788573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Pass101,880 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,880 miles
    Test number
    804713369997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted

  13. Fail101,880 miles (+8,799)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,880 miles
    Test number
    766438995133
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick on metal (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted

  14. Pass93,081 miles (+7,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,081 miles
    Test number
    147745886620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass85,956 miles (+6,967)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,956 miles
    Test number
    527426365109
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass78,989 miles (+7,141)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,989 miles
    Test number
    707377964181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,848 miles (+22,083)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,848 miles
    Test number
    627280243345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    49,765 miles
    Test number
    426516242426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 RCO

Does LB59 RCO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 RCO is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 RCO?
The MOT on LB59 RCO is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 RCO done?
LB59 RCO was recorded at 169,726 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 9,119 miles a year.
Has LB59 RCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 RCO has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LB59 RCO 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 RCO find?
LB59 RCO passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs corroded slightly; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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