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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL59 LJUMOT history

LL59 LJU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 171,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LL59 LJU 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 25 Dec 2026
Mileage
171,078 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 LJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 LJU was last recorded at 171,078 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 11,314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,764 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
11,314 miles
Average per year
9,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,078 miles
  • 2024 – 159,764 miles
  • 2023 – 151,372 miles
  • 2022 – 138,807 miles
  • 2021 – 133,722 miles
  • 2020 – 130,393 miles
  • 2019 – 122,503 miles
  • 2018 – 117,638 miles
  • 2017 – 107,714 miles
  • 2016 – 96,384 miles
  • 2015 – 85,531 miles
  • 2014 – 67,933 miles
  • 2013 – 54,046 miles
  • 2012 – 43,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,078 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,078 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    171,078 miles
    Test number
    663920412766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail171,078 miles (+11,314)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,078 miles
    Test number
    785101332882
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass159,764 miles (+8,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    159,764 miles
    Test number
    610174546981
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi slight cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass151,372 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    151,372 miles
    Test number
    469946693565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail151,363 miles (+12,556)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,363 miles
    Test number
    250948453345
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass138,807 miles (+5,085)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,807 miles
    Test number
    814640817780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,722 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    133,722 miles
    Test number
    228749131193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail133,720 miles (+3,327)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,720 miles
    Test number
    434383116889
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,393 miles (+7,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    130,393 miles
    Test number
    479410438079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass122,503 miles (+4,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,503 miles
    Test number
    944646878024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass117,638 miles (+9,924)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,638 miles
    Test number
    585131667691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass107,714 miles (+11,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    107,714 miles
    Test number
    363888066671
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNo measurable level of smoke emitted
    • AdvisoryNot all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

  13. Pass96,384 miles (+10,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,384 miles
    Test number
    239568834844
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass85,531 miles (+17,598)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,531 miles
    Test number
    127073335119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,933 miles (+13,887)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,933 miles
    Test number
    618117354181
    • DangerousRear off side tyre has a large screw in the inner side wall and in to the wheel
    • NoteBoth front tyres have worn very low on the inner edge

  16. Pass54,046 miles (+10,566)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,046 miles
    Test number
    146062363159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,480 miles
    Test number
    916002062240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL59 LJU

Does LL59 LJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 LJU is valid until 25 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL59 LJU?
The MOT on LL59 LJU is valid until 25 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 LJU done?
LL59 LJU was recorded at 171,078 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 9,635 miles a year.
Has LL59 LJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 LJU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LL59 LJU 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 LJU find?
LL59 LJU passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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