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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 2,494 cc

LC59 VBAMOT history

LC59 VBA is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Nov 2009. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 117,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2024.

LC59 VBA grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2025
Mileage
117,770 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2024
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC59 VBA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC59 VBA was last recorded at 117,770 miles on 15 Jan 2024, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,663 miles · 8 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
9,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,770 miles
  • 2023 – 112,038 miles
  • 2021 – 106,000 miles
  • 2020 – 97,630 miles
  • 2019 – 92,107 miles
  • 2018 – 85,479 miles
  • 2016 – 68,589 miles
  • 2015 – 48,650 miles
  • 2014 – 27,828 miles
  • 2013 – 18,406 miles
  • 2012 – 14,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,770 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,770 miles (+107)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,770 miles
    Test number
    319919446749
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,663 miles (+5,625)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,663 miles
    Test number
    645497102761
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 Falken, runflat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,038 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,038 miles
    Test number
    955812896942
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail112,030 miles (+6,030)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,030 miles
    Test number
    108157623274
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass106,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,000 miles
    Test number
    234467927000
    • 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))

  6. Fail106,000 miles (+4,058)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,000 miles
    Test number
    205454374873
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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. Pass101,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,942 miles
    Test number
    534301424866
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres low (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail101,942 miles (+4,312)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,942 miles
    Test number
    224375372876
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres low (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,630 miles
    Test number
    900899106691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,630 miles (+5,523)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,630 miles
    Test number
    367435121048
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  11. Pass92,107 miles (+6,628)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,107 miles
    Test number
    197144602361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,479 miles (+16,890)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,479 miles
    Test number
    805157238555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,589 miles (+19,939)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    68,589 miles
    Test number
    849105123520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,650 miles (+20,822)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    48,650 miles
    Test number
    205410818768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,828 miles (+9,422)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    27,828 miles
    Test number
    579767914342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,406 miles (+4,148)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    18,406 miles
    Test number
    408462913430
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass14,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    14,258 miles
    Test number
    339094512385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail14,258 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,258 miles
    Test number
    477443012415
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about LC59 VBA

Does LC59 VBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC59 VBA expired on 17 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC59 VBA?
The MOT on LC59 VBA expired on 17 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC59 VBA done?
LC59 VBA was recorded at 117,770 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2024, an average of 9,255 miles a year.
Has LC59 VBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC59 VBA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LC59 VBA 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 VBA find?
LC59 VBA passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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