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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LM59 VLSMOT history

LM59 VLS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Nov 2009. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 110,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LM59 VLS black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2026
Mileage
110,008 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM59 VLS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
6 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM59 VLS was last recorded at 110,008 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 8,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,240 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,768 miles
Average per year
6,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,008 miles
  • 2025 – 101,240 miles
  • 2024 – 98,157 miles
  • 2023 – 94,192 miles
  • 2022 – 91,442 miles
  • 2021 – 88,710 miles
  • 2019 – 84,925 miles
  • 2018 – 74,512 miles
  • 2017 – 65,521 miles
  • 2016 – 56,985 miles
  • 2015 – 49,226 miles
  • 2014 – 43,853 miles
  • 2013 – 36,711 miles
  • 2012 – 24,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,008 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Central Rear exhaust heat shield insecure on multiple fixings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,008 miles (+8,768)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,008 miles
    Test number
    827774501809
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass101,240 miles (+3,083)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,240 miles
    Test number
    959278813103
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass98,157 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,157 miles
    Test number
    417032145159
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust heat shield insecure on multiple fixings
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail98,129 miles (+3,937)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,129 miles
    Test number
    335117993177
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust heat shield insecure on multiple fixings
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,192 miles (+2,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    94,192 miles
    Test number
    913659685039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAY FITTED LIMITING VIEW OF UNDERBODY/ENGINE

  6. Pass91,442 miles (+2,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    91,442 miles
    Test number
    151371827915
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass88,710 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,710 miles
    Test number
    490892658863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,704 miles (+1,060)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,704 miles
    Test number
    710967225546
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass87,644 miles (+2,719)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,644 miles
    Test number
    550584462814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,925 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,925 miles
    Test number
    713735796509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    82,801 miles
    Test number
    332714849054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,798 miles (+8,286)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,798 miles
    Test number
    394807765425
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn top dog bone arm above and parallel to driveshaft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn top dog bone arm above and parallel to driveshaft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass74,512 miles (+8,991)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,512 miles
    Test number
    657345490014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,521 miles (+8,536)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,521 miles
    Test number
    847858490113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,985 miles (+7,759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,985 miles
    Test number
    548650242703
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted not allowing full inspection of certain parts
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs inner face's poor condition

  16. Pass49,226 miles (+5,373)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,226 miles
    Test number
    829936665172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,853 miles (+7,142)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,853 miles
    Test number
    649046594256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,711 miles (+12,422)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    36,711 miles
    Test number
    957729923373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    24,289 miles
    Test number
    899462632346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM59 VLS

Does LM59 VLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM59 VLS expired on 28 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM59 VLS?
The MOT on LM59 VLS expired on 28 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM59 VLS done?
LM59 VLS was recorded at 110,008 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 6,194 miles a year.
Has LM59 VLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM59 VLS has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LM59 VLS 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 VLS find?
LM59 VLS failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 3 major defects and 5 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside rear shock absorbers has negligible damping effect; offside rear shock absorbers has negligible damping effect, and 5 more.

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