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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL59 UTEMOT history

LL59 UTE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

LL59 UTE blue 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 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
149,269 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 UTE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 UTE was last recorded at 149,269 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 4,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,551 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,718 miles
Average per year
8,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,269 miles
  • 2025 – 144,551 miles
  • 2023 – 141,311 miles
  • 2022 – 139,612 miles
  • 2021 – 136,914 miles
  • 2020 – 132,951 miles
  • 2019 – 127,433 miles
  • 2018 – 120,154 miles
  • 2017 – 112,564 miles
  • 2016 – 103,771 miles
  • 2014 – 73,837 miles
  • 2013 – 55,903 miles
  • 2012 – 40,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,269 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    149,269 miles
    Test number
    370704580435
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail149,269 miles (+4,718)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,269 miles
    Test number
    996349988586
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass144,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    144,551 miles
    Test number
    364567034000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail144,551 miles (+48)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,551 miles
    Test number
    833826138583
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail144,503 miles (+3,192)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,503 miles
    Test number
    252429673583
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass141,311 miles (+1,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,311 miles
    Test number
    966769068317
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass139,612 miles (+2,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,612 miles
    Test number
    403245650605
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass136,914 miles (+3,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    136,914 miles
    Test number
    778278263482
    • AdvisoryEmissions just passed smoke test dpf filter readings high

  9. Pass132,951 miles (+5,518)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    132,951 miles
    Test number
    852082671421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,433 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,433 miles
    Test number
    296213057715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,368 miles (+7,214)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,368 miles
    Test number
    340729101122
    • MajorFront Exhaust silencer insecure Flexi to middle clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass120,154 miles (+7,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    120,154 miles
    Test number
    233576342434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass112,564 miles (+8,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    112,564 miles
    Test number
    281878913227
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp fractured between flexi pipe and middle section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on the inner edge

  14. Pass103,771 miles (+17,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    103,771 miles
    Test number
    606138535474
    • 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)

  15. Pass86,194 miles (+12,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,194 miles
    Test number
    192249609860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass73,837 miles (+17,934)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    845422054309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,903 miles (+15,175)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,903 miles
    Test number
    767243303308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,728 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,728 miles
    Test number
    525745132314
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on outer edges

Questions about LL59 UTE

Does LL59 UTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 UTE is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 UTE?
The MOT on LL59 UTE is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 UTE done?
LL59 UTE was recorded at 149,269 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 8,213 miles a year.
Has LL59 UTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 UTE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LL59 UTE 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 UTE find?
LL59 UTE passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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