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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL59 RZUMOT history

LL59 RZU is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 184,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LL59 RZU grey 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 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
184,305 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 RZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 RZU was last recorded at 184,305 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 10,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,460 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,845 miles
Average per year
6,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,305 miles
  • 2025 – 173,460 miles
  • 2024 – 169,032 miles
  • 2022 – 162,093 miles
  • 2021 – 157,783 miles
  • 2019 – 142,662 miles
  • 2018 – 135,681 miles
  • 2017 – 127,587 miles
  • 2016 – 121,244 miles
  • 2014 – 106,383 miles
  • 2013 – 104,595 miles
  • 2012 – 102,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,305 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • 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))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both slightly smeary

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Inner Brake pads not seen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,305 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    184,305 miles
    Test number
    188916130030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • 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))
  2. Fail184,305 miles (+10,845)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,305 miles
    Test number
    130778789521
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • 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))
  3. Pass173,460 miles (+4,428)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    173,460 miles
    Test number
    108005068987
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass169,032 miles (+6,939)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    169,032 miles
    Test number
    670086573491
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively at limit acceptable (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges 0mm and close to cords - recommend to replace (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass162,093 miles (+4,310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    162,093 miles
    Test number
    635217374356
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides both edges 0mm and inner edges close to cords - recommend replacing now (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/r outer pad at wear limit - replace pads now (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass157,783 miles (+4)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    157,783 miles
    Test number
    460874096596
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInner Brake pads not seen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail157,779 miles (+3,728)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,779 miles
    Test number
    964570463088
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInner Brake pads not seen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass154,051 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,051 miles
    Test number
    619167005241
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Exhaust clamp deteriorating on joint between flexi pipe and center section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail154,044 miles (+11,382)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,044 miles
    Test number
    780487633521
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Exhaust clamp deteriorating on joint between flexi pipe and center section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass142,662 miles (+6,981)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    142,662 miles
    Test number
    925154966234
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass135,681 miles (+8,094)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    135,681 miles
    Test number
    347383529413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,587 miles (+6,343)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    127,587 miles
    Test number
    378011175357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass121,244 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,244 miles
    Test number
    298369691441
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Fail121,153 miles4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,153 miles
    Test number
    445539711733
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass181,398 km
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    181,398 km
    Test number
    168308985143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,383 miles (+1,788)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,383 miles
    Test number
    775588784193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,595 miles (+2,066)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    104,595 miles
    Test number
    845544523338
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteIncorrect tyre size fitted to rear axle
  18. Pass102,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    102,529 miles
    Test number
    717064812387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL59 RZU

Does LL59 RZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 RZU is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 RZU?
The MOT on LL59 RZU is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 RZU done?
LL59 RZU was recorded at 184,305 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 6,205 miles a year.
Has LL59 RZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 RZU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL59 RZU 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 RZU find?
LL59 RZU passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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