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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL59 YTVMOT history

LL59 YTV is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 117,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

LL59 YTV white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
117,960 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 YTV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 YTV was last recorded at 117,960 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,953 miles · 28 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,960 miles
  • 2025 – 113,839 miles
  • 2024 – 108,547 miles
  • 2023 – 103,986 miles
  • 2022 – 101,545 miles
  • 2021 – 96,298 miles
  • 2019 – 91,428 miles
  • 2018 – 83,820 miles
  • 2017 – 78,158 miles
  • 2016 – 70,400 miles
  • 2015 – 66,891 miles
  • 2014 – 61,829 miles
  • 2012 – 45,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,960 miles
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,960 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    117,960 miles
    Test number
    757028376926
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail117,953 miles (+4,114)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,953 miles
    Test number
    700793023292
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass113,839 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    113,839 miles
    Test number
    746752810255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail113,832 miles (+5,285)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,832 miles
    Test number
    761477024613
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass108,547 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    108,547 miles
    Test number
    356086822165
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail108,547 miles (+4,561)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,547 miles
    Test number
    407490166351
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass103,986 miles (+2,441)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    103,986 miles
    Test number
    296109818554
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass101,545 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    101,545 miles
    Test number
    231854391620
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail101,545 miles (+5,247)7 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,545 miles
    Test number
    371616084129
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass96,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,298 miles
    Test number
    792276512142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play osf lower rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  11. Fail96,298 miles (+4,870)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,298 miles
    Test number
    892388909321
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play osf lower rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass91,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,428 miles
    Test number
    702159028576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,428 miles (+7,608)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,428 miles
    Test number
    268142975936
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass83,820 miles (+5,662)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,820 miles
    Test number
    602831071103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,158 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,158 miles
    Test number
    360470828439
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  16. Fail78,158 miles (+7,758)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,158 miles
    Test number
    532460115933
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cuts in tyre (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit deep cut in tread/perished/cracking/nail (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass70,400 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,400 miles
    Test number
    399955534879
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail70,390 miles (+3,499)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,390 miles
    Test number
    652686905252
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brakes binding
  19. Pass66,891 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,891 miles
    Test number
    305919825105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,829 miles (+5,734)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,829 miles
    Test number
    218805874117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,095 miles (+10,120)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,095 miles
    Test number
    626366414004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    45,975 miles
    Test number
    636382652304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL59 YTV

Does LL59 YTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 YTV is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 YTV?
The MOT on LL59 YTV is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 YTV done?
LL59 YTV was recorded at 117,960 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 5,449 miles a year.
Has LL59 YTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 YTV has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LL59 YTV 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 YTV find?
LL59 YTV passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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