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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,997 cc

LL59 BNKMOT history

LL59 BNK is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 166,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

LL59 BNK black 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 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
166,420 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 BNK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 BNK was last recorded at 166,420 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 1,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,662 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,758 miles
Average per year
7,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,420 miles
  • 2025 – 164,662 miles
  • 2024 – 155,829 miles
  • 2023 – 148,931 miles
  • 2022 – 142,647 miles
  • 2021 – 137,571 miles
  • 2020 – 130,695 miles
  • 2019 – 121,291 miles
  • 2018 – 110,092 miles
  • 2017 – 100,133 miles
  • 2016 – 89,873 miles
  • 2014 – 80,902 miles
  • 2013 – 74,139 miles
  • 2012 – 65,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,420 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,420 miles (+1,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    166,420 miles
    Test number
    233621296718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass164,662 miles (+8,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    164,662 miles
    Test number
    706389745685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass155,829 miles (+568)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    155,829 miles
    Test number
    238742699446
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bonnet latch not securing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm/ inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm/ inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  4. Fail155,261 miles (+6,330)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,261 miles
    Test number
    586471477050
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass148,931 miles (+6,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    148,931 miles
    Test number
    354681789786
    • AdvisoryAll under body corroded

  6. Pass142,647 miles (+5,076)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    142,647 miles
    Test number
    379409006697
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted.

  7. Pass137,571 miles (+6,876)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    137,571 miles
    Test number
    966771594406
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2021
    Odometer
    130,695 miles
    Test number
    229826810848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail130,695 miles (+9,404)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,695 miles
    Test number
    889974997011
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass121,291 miles (+11,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,291 miles
    Test number
    757701840498
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass110,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,092 miles
    Test number
    716219195900
    • AdvisoryAdvise no diesel smoke detected

  12. Fail110,092 miles (+9,959)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,092 miles
    Test number
    338843224298
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAdvise no diesel smoke detected

  13. Pass100,133 miles (+311)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    100,133 miles
    Test number
    338857029021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail99,822 miles (+9,949)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,822 miles
    Test number
    981772730125
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/4018 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2354018 worn heavily on inner (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass89,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    89,873 miles
    Test number
    954931116076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,873 miles (+8,971)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,873 miles
    Test number
    494917983899
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass80,902 miles (+6,763)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,902 miles
    Test number
    555526054357
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted on both sides

  18. Pass74,139 miles (+9,130)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,139 miles
    Test number
    865675623383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,009 miles
    Test number
    678789412365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL59 BNK

Does LL59 BNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 BNK is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 BNK?
The MOT on LL59 BNK is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 BNK done?
LL59 BNK was recorded at 166,420 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 7,418 miles a year.
Has LL59 BNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 BNK has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LL59 BNK 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 LL59 BNK find?
LL59 BNK passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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