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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 2,996 cc

LB59 YWRMOT history

LB59 YWR is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Feb 2010. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2021 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 177,605 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2021
Mileage
177,605 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 YWR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 Feb 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB59 YWR was last recorded at 177,605 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 4,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,019 miles · 14 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,586 miles
Average per year
8,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,605 miles
  • 2020 – 173,019 miles
  • 2019 – 159,184 miles
  • 2018 – 147,829 miles
  • 2017 – 137,310 miles
  • 2016 – 127,393 miles
  • 2015 – 108,696 miles
  • 2013 – 85,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail177,605 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 1 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail177,605 miles (+4,586)4 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,605 miles
    Test number
    569095034425
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass173,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    173,019 miles
    Test number
    527857132118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail173,019 miles (+13,835)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,019 miles
    Test number
    304171699530
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush aluminium (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  4. Pass159,184 miles (+11,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    159,184 miles
    Test number
    440634462706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass147,829 miles (+10,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    147,829 miles
    Test number
    289725824078
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass137,310 miles (+9,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,310 miles
    Test number
    100896464372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inappropriate repair done to edge of shoulder

  7. Pass127,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    127,393 miles
    Test number
    447495092893
    • AdvisoryOil on underside of engine tray

  8. Fail127,393 miles (+18,697)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,393 miles
    Test number
    937952356021
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil on underside of engine tray

  9. Pass108,696 miles (+22,917)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    108,696 miles
    Test number
    937013565074
    • NoteN/s/r diff leaking

  10. Pass85,779 miles (+19,501)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    85,779 miles
    Test number
    149887243334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,278 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,278 miles
    Test number
    476022633065
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges advise

Questions about LB59 YWR

Does LB59 YWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 YWR expired on 13 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 YWR?
The MOT on LB59 YWR expired on 13 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 YWR done?
LB59 YWR was recorded at 177,605 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 8,937 miles a year.
Has LB59 YWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 YWR has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 YWR 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 YWR find?
LB59 YWR failed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 4 dangerous defects and 10 major defects: front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; nearside front outer tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 11 more.

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