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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL59 HMUMOT history

LL59 HMU is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 160,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

LL59 HMU silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,259 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 HMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
3 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 HMU was last recorded at 160,259 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Dec 2018: 103,839 miles, lower than 127,048 miles on 4 Sept 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
160,234 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
5,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,259 miles
  • 2025 – 149,180 miles
  • 2024 – 137,588 miles
  • 2022 – 132,463 miles
  • 2021 – 127,501 miles
  • 2020 – 119,670 miles
  • 2019 – 110,901 miles
  • 2018 – 103,839 miles
  • 2017 – 127,048 miles
  • 2016 – 121,097 miles
  • 2015 – 113,032 miles
  • 2014 – 105,075 miles
  • 2013 – 94,071 miles
  • 2012 – 85,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,259 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,259 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,259 miles
    Test number
    713800828568
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail160,234 miles (+11,054)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,234 miles
    Test number
    652107799659
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Reversing lamp inoperative both sides (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly both sides (1.3.1 (c))
  3. Pass149,180 miles (+11,592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    149,180 miles
    Test number
    177710624207
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass137,588 miles (+5,125)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,588 miles
    Test number
    709514821845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass132,463 miles (+4,962)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    132,463 miles
    Test number
    739337074485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass127,501 miles (+7,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,501 miles
    Test number
    413092250077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass119,670 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    119,670 miles
    Test number
    990219302948
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail119,670 miles (+8,769)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,670 miles
    Test number
    336612832444
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass110,901 miles (+7,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,901 miles
    Test number
    145678055782
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass103,839 miles (-23,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    103,839 miles
    Test number
    898746368481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass127,048 miles (+5,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    127,048 miles
    Test number
    582687600806
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  12. Pass121,097 miles (+8,065)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    121,097 miles
    Test number
    618281249975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,032 miles (+7,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    113,032 miles
    Test number
    194187997641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass105,075 miles (+11,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,075 miles
    Test number
    755775494223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
  15. Pass94,071 miles (+8,210)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,071 miles
    Test number
    305879683289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,861 miles (+2,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,861 miles
    Test number
    299631532370
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass83,158 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    83,158 miles
    Test number
    355469892425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LL59 HMU

Does LL59 HMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 HMU is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 HMU?
The MOT on LL59 HMU is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 HMU done?
LL59 HMU was recorded at 160,259 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 5,775 miles a year.
Has LL59 HMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 HMU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LL59 HMU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Dec 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL59 HMU find?
LL59 HMU passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive from the diff.

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