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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LL59 BNUMOT history

LL59 BNU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2009. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 194,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2022.

LL59 BNU black 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 2 Dec 2023
Mileage
194,336 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 BNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 BNU was last recorded at 194,336 miles on 3 Dec 2022, 7,908 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,428 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
7,908 miles
Average per year
14,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 194,336 miles
  • 2021 – 186,428 miles
  • 2020 – 173,223 miles
  • 2019 – 162,220 miles
  • 2018 – 148,582 miles
  • 2017 – 137,540 miles
  • 2016 – 116,872 miles
  • 2015 – 98,673 miles
  • 2014 – 80,015 miles
  • 2013 – 65,482 miles
  • 2012 – 48,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,336 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,336 miles (+7,908)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    194,336 miles
    Test number
    175195761538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass186,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    186,428 miles
    Test number
    201335834362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail186,428 miles (+13,205)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,428 miles
    Test number
    634178701225
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible BOTH LAMPS (4.1.4 (c))
  4. Pass173,223 miles (+11,003)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    173,223 miles
    Test number
    183101993517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass162,220 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    162,220 miles
    Test number
    618291536384
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps poor image - lamps / light sources may not be fully compatible
  6. Fail162,218 miles (+13,636)2 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,218 miles
    Test number
    622767658838
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps poor image - lamps / light sources may not be fully compatible
  7. Pass148,582 miles (+11,042)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    148,582 miles
    Test number
    199013577750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,540 miles (+20,668)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    137,540 miles
    Test number
    673450992791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,872 miles (+18,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    116,872 miles
    Test number
    458471190821
    • AdvisoryUnder trays
  10. Pass98,673 miles (+18,658)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    98,673 miles
    Test number
    399299672666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,015 miles (+14,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    619927534312
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass65,482 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    65,482 miles
    Test number
    435008903433
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Fail65,482 miles (+16,716)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,482 miles
    Test number
    466438203347
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass48,766 miles (+76)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,766 miles
    Test number
    405094612386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront windscreen wipers worn/ smear
  15. Fail48,690 miles2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,690 miles
    Test number
    626742312375
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront windscreen wipers worn/ smear

Questions about LL59 BNU

Does LL59 BNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL59 BNU expired on 2 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL59 BNU?
The MOT on LL59 BNU expired on 2 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL59 BNU done?
LL59 BNU was recorded at 194,336 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2022, an average of 14,464 miles a year.
Has LL59 BNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 BNU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LL59 BNU 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 BNU find?
LL59 BNU passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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