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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL59 YSTMOT history

LL59 YST is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 201,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

LL59 YST blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
201,188 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 YST
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 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 YST was last recorded at 201,188 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 7,584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,604 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,584 miles
Average per year
10,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,188 miles
  • 2025 – 193,604 miles
  • 2023 – 177,858 miles
  • 2022 – 176,778 miles
  • 2021 – 168,306 miles
  • 2020 – 163,733 miles
  • 2019 – 154,463 miles
  • 2018 – 139,304 miles
  • 2017 – 124,730 miles
  • 2016 – 109,108 miles
  • 2015 – 95,650 miles
  • 2014 – 81,759 miles
  • 2013 – 69,080 miles
  • 2012 – 60,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,188 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (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 has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,188 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    201,188 miles
    Test number
    688514258777
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail201,188 miles (+7,584)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,188 miles
    Test number
    743072855515
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass193,604 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    193,604 miles
    Test number
    492349496334
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail193,604 miles (+15,746)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,604 miles
    Test number
    772306847587
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass177,858 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    177,858 miles
    Test number
    181764619030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail177,840 miles (+1,062)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,840 miles
    Test number
    359885768766
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield inscure.

  7. Pass176,778 miles (+8,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    176,778 miles
    Test number
    964390800168
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass168,306 miles (+4,573)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    168,306 miles
    Test number
    219489363524
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass163,733 miles (+9,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    163,733 miles
    Test number
    547061964918
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass154,463 miles (+15,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    154,463 miles
    Test number
    600493644497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass139,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,304 miles
    Test number
    755444368088
    • 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. Fail139,304 miles (+14,574)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,304 miles
    Test number
    858109934500
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  13. Pass124,730 miles (+15,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,730 miles
    Test number
    886734057279
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass109,108 miles (+13,458)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,108 miles
    Test number
    499760336357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge.

  15. Pass95,650 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,650 miles
    Test number
    317194305416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Fail95,650 miles (+13,891)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,650 miles
    Test number
    797714805220
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  17. Pass81,759 miles (+12,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,759 miles
    Test number
    856702314200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail69,080 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    138704003217
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass69,080 miles (+8,313)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    428534103291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,767 miles
    Test number
    356068632315
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail60,767 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,767 miles
    Test number
    855814832336
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAcceleration not detected by smoke/emissions meter

Questions about LL59 YST

Does LL59 YST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 YST is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 YST?
The MOT on LL59 YST is valid until 11 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 YST done?
LL59 YST was recorded at 201,188 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 10,641 miles a year.
Has LL59 YST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 YST has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LL59 YST 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 YST find?
LL59 YST passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 3 more.

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