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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL59 RZPMOT history

LL59 RZP is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 160,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LL59 RZP 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 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
160,342 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 RZP
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
8 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 RZP was last recorded at 160,342 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,342 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,342 miles
  • 2024 – 153,771 miles
  • 2023 – 149,203 miles
  • 2022 – 146,562 miles
  • 2021 – 145,399 miles
  • 2020 – 141,403 miles
  • 2019 – 136,283 miles
  • 2018 – 130,616 miles
  • 2017 – 124,619 miles
  • 2016 – 119,090 miles
  • 2015 – 112,849 miles
  • 2014 – 107,077 miles
  • 2013 – 99,645 miles
  • 2012 – 97,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,342 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut not in excess of requirements deep enough to reach ply or cordsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket corroded.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Under tray fitted.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,342 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    160,342 miles
    Test number
    334316423209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut not in excess of requirements deep enough to reach ply or cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail160,342 miles (+6,571)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,342 miles
    Test number
    315093509117
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut not in excess of requirements deep enough to reach ply or cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass153,771 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    153,771 miles
    Test number
    462577240043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail153,771 miles (+4,568)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,771 miles
    Test number
    291281631159
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass149,203 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    149,203 miles
    Test number
    433730341446
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Fail149,202 miles (+2,640)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,202 miles
    Test number
    514201248225
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Red light on.
  7. Pass146,562 miles (+1,163)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    146,562 miles
    Test number
    573378271737
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever long travel.
  8. Pass145,399 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    145,399 miles
    Test number
    914042516125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass141,403 miles (+5,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,403 miles
    Test number
    679382139037
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.
  10. Pass136,283 miles (+5,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    136,283 miles
    Test number
    253846596299
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.
  11. Pass130,616 miles (+5,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    130,616 miles
    Test number
    867397189974
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.
  12. Pass124,619 miles (+5,529)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    124,619 miles
    Test number
    725323461014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,090 miles (+6,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,090 miles
    Test number
    987717461567
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.
  14. Pass112,849 miles (+5,772)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    112,849 miles
    Test number
    623765472875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass107,077 miles (+7,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    107,077 miles
    Test number
    475359034484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass99,645 miles (+2,645)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    99,645 miles
    Test number
    527539613339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    97,000 miles
    Test number
    676339332385
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LL59 RZP

Does LL59 RZP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 RZP is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL59 RZP?
The MOT on LL59 RZP is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 RZP done?
LL59 RZP was recorded at 160,342 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 4,903 miles a year.
Has LL59 RZP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 RZP has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL59 RZP 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 RZP find?
LL59 RZP passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front tyre has a cut not in excess of requirements deep enough to reach ply or cords; offside rear sub-frame: attachment bracket corroded., and 2 more.

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