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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB59 YWAMOT history

LB59 YWA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 219,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Mar 2027
Mileage
219,657 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
14,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 YWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 YWA was last recorded at 219,657 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 14,849 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,808 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
14,849 miles
Average per year
14,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 219,657 miles
  • 2025 – 204,808 miles
  • 2024 – 188,656 miles
  • 2023 – 171,542 miles
  • 2022 – 156,423 miles
  • 2021 – 145,508 miles
  • 2020 – 138,079 miles
  • 2019 – 124,488 miles
  • 2018 – 113,159 miles
  • 2017 – 98,370 miles
  • 2016 – 79,096 miles
  • 2015 – 59,662 miles
  • 2013 – 33,320 miles
  • 2012 – 23,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,657 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,657 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    219,657 miles
    Test number
    506634562856
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail219,657 miles (+14,849)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,657 miles
    Test number
    833389689881
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass204,808 miles (+16,152)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    204,808 miles
    Test number
    789464104942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all its arm bushes are deteriorated (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill and under covers as fitted as standard not allowing full inspection

  4. Pass188,656 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    188,656 miles
    Test number
    211748504709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail188,656 miles (+17,114)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,656 miles
    Test number
    398825329210
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDPF light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake backplate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass171,542 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    171,542 miles
    Test number
    469051042070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail171,542 miles (+134)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,542 miles
    Test number
    465056181655
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail171,408 miles (+14,985)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,408 miles
    Test number
    193233836192
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working x2 halo (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on dash

  9. Pass156,423 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    156,423 miles
    Test number
    852170076798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail156,423 miles (+10,915)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,423 miles
    Test number
    927231774383
    • 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 light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass145,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    145,508 miles
    Test number
    538401863633
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroding.

  12. Fail145,508 miles (+7,429)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,508 miles
    Test number
    547331434974
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroding.

  13. Pass138,079 miles (+13,591)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    138,079 miles
    Test number
    740637360866
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake high
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing full inspection

  14. Pass124,488 miles (+11,329)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    124,488 miles
    Test number
    732266025074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass113,159 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    113,159 miles
    Test number
    273795472651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail113,158 miles (+14,788)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,158 miles
    Test number
    918636731363
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass98,370 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    98,370 miles
    Test number
    460187025931
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail98,370 miles (+19,274)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,370 miles
    Test number
    368239603053
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass79,096 miles (+19,434)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,096 miles
    Test number
    678609243225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,662 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,662 miles
    Test number
    645701775033
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail59,660 miles (+26,340)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,660 miles
    Test number
    355641675059
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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 (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass33,320 miles (+9,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    33,320 miles
    Test number
    547593823305
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass23,965 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    23,965 miles
    Test number
    536545632322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres are void of tread on the outer portions of the tyres but still just meet reqirements for test purposes
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres worn to 3mm & lightly perished

Questions about LB59 YWA

Does LB59 YWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 YWA is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 YWA?
The MOT on LB59 YWA is valid until 14 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 YWA done?
LB59 YWA was recorded at 219,657 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 14,756 miles a year.
Has LB59 YWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 YWA has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 YWA 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 YWA find?
LB59 YWA passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; central front outer road wheel slightly distorted; central rear prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated, and 5 more.

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