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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LM59 DHXMOT history

LM59 DHX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 188,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

LM59 DHX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
188,016 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM59 DHX
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
27 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM59 DHX was last recorded at 188,016 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 3,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,282 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,734 miles
Average per year
11,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,016 miles
  • 2025 – 184,282 miles
  • 2024 – 184,259 miles
  • 2023 – 175,713 miles
  • 2022 – 165,878 miles
  • 2021 – 151,453 miles
  • 2020 – 143,226 miles
  • 2019 – 135,487 miles
  • 2018 – 123,620 miles
  • 2017 – 111,855 miles
  • 2016 – 97,556 miles
  • 2015 – 81,255 miles
  • 2014 – 66,900 miles
  • 2013 – 51,568 miles
  • 2012 – 35,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,016 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,016 miles (+3,734)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    188,016 miles
    Test number
    924307270712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass184,282 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    184,282 miles
    Test number
    689320266208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail184,259 miles (+8,546)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,259 miles
    Test number
    540690906083
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp damaged front flexi

  4. Pass175,713 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    175,713 miles
    Test number
    247537093558
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail175,713 miles (+71)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,713 miles
    Test number
    497973474572
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail175,642 miles (+9,764)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,642 miles
    Test number
    783743047113
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass165,878 miles (+14,425)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    165,878 miles
    Test number
    327341065788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass151,453 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    151,453 miles
    Test number
    264236794999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail151,453 miles (+8,227)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,453 miles
    Test number
    879314287896
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass143,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,226 miles
    Test number
    644397733972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail143,226 miles (+7,739)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,226 miles
    Test number
    560897103557
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass135,487 miles (+394)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,487 miles
    Test number
    730025460038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail135,093 miles (+11,473)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,093 miles
    Test number
    845332424560
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass123,620 miles (+11,765)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    123,620 miles
    Test number
    588828417821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,855 miles (+14,299)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,855 miles
    Test number
    846605795129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass97,556 miles (+16,301)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,556 miles
    Test number
    611761961563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,255 miles (+14,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    81,255 miles
    Test number
    262319717929
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register

  18. Pass66,900 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    66,900 miles
    Test number
    129117894297
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail66,900 miles (+15,332)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,900 miles
    Test number
    206177194265
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass51,568 miles (+15,807)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    51,568 miles
    Test number
    268109783264
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass35,761 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,761 miles
    Test number
    376283192225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine oil level low

Questions about LM59 DHX

Does LM59 DHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM59 DHX is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM59 DHX?
The MOT on LM59 DHX is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM59 DHX done?
LM59 DHX was recorded at 188,016 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 11,303 miles a year.
Has LM59 DHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM59 DHX has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM59 DHX 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 LM59 DHX find?
LM59 DHX passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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