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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LC59 MVLMOT history

LC59 MVL is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 143,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

LC59 MVL grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
143,166 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC59 MVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
3 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC59 MVL was last recorded at 143,166 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,162 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
8,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,166 miles
  • 2025 – 126,854 miles
  • 2024 – 118,121 miles
  • 2023 – 110,195 miles
  • 2022 – 103,050 miles
  • 2021 – 94,652 miles
  • 2020 – 90,278 miles
  • 2019 – 83,386 miles
  • 2018 – 76,347 miles
  • 2017 – 64,219 miles
  • 2016 – 51,550 miles
  • 2015 – 46,775 miles
  • 2014 – 37,747 miles
  • 2013 – 28,202 miles
  • 2012 – 24,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,166 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (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.

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,166 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    143,166 miles
    Test number
    871355075193
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail143,162 miles (+16,308)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,162 miles
    Test number
    368061371870
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass126,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    126,854 miles
    Test number
    551576712454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail126,854 miles (+8,733)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,854 miles
    Test number
    208722491193
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass118,121 miles (+7,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    118,121 miles
    Test number
    886199596276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass110,195 miles (+7,145)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    110,195 miles
    Test number
    799162566319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,050 miles (+8,398)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    103,050 miles
    Test number
    242364628250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,652 miles (+4,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,652 miles
    Test number
    334347802585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass90,278 miles (+6,892)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    90,278 miles
    Test number
    198792658588
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Pass83,386 miles (+7,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,386 miles
    Test number
    627316212095
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass76,347 miles (+12,128)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,347 miles
    Test number
    518098028999
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn edges
  12. Pass64,219 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,219 miles
    Test number
    488869031353
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Fail64,218 miles (+12,668)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,218 miles
    Test number
    164076680200
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryLow pads warning light on
  14. Pass51,550 miles (+4,775)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,550 miles
    Test number
    664659468561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,775 miles (+9,028)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,775 miles
    Test number
    296254895464
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • Note*********n/s/rear tyre on limit 1.6mm**********
  16. Pass37,747 miles (+9,545)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,747 miles
    Test number
    559388104278
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre has cut close to cords
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass28,202 miles (+3,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    28,202 miles
    Test number
    717427393111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass24,227 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,227 miles
    Test number
    157867842301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail24,223 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,223 miles
    Test number
    879116242314
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LC59 MVL

Does LC59 MVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC59 MVL is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC59 MVL?
The MOT on LC59 MVL is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC59 MVL done?
LC59 MVL was recorded at 143,166 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 8,649 miles a year.
Has LC59 MVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC59 MVL has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LC59 MVL 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 LC59 MVL find?
LC59 MVL passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear.

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