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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LP59 RBFMOT history

LP59 RBF is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 69,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

LP59 RBF silver 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 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
69,789 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP59 RBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP59 RBF was last recorded at 69,789 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 5,779 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,010 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,779 miles
Average per year
4,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,789 miles
  • 2025 – 64,010 miles
  • 2024 – 57,512 miles
  • 2023 – 52,515 miles
  • 2022 – 46,081 miles
  • 2021 – 41,416 miles
  • 2020 – 38,241 miles
  • 2019 – 34,051 miles
  • 2018 – 28,919 miles
  • 2017 – 25,907 miles
  • 2016 – 21,915 miles
  • 2015 – 17,866 miles
  • 2014 – 15,539 miles
  • 2013 – 11,945 miles
  • 2012 – 10,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,789 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,789 miles (+5,779)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    69,789 miles
    Test number
    923472472244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,010 miles (+6,498)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    64,010 miles
    Test number
    168222099937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass57,512 miles (+4,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    57,512 miles
    Test number
    715206523050
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass52,515 miles (+6,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    52,515 miles
    Test number
    860450856749
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass46,081 miles (+4,665)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    46,081 miles
    Test number
    167693143576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,416 miles (+3,175)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    41,416 miles
    Test number
    485404973877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,241 miles (+4,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    38,241 miles
    Test number
    202974697473
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass34,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    34,051 miles
    Test number
    196963141833
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail34,042 miles (+5,123)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,042 miles
    Test number
    472034050320
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Pass28,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    28,919 miles
    Test number
    856123071915
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Fail28,919 miles (+3,012)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,919 miles
    Test number
    909496460731
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass25,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    25,907 miles
    Test number
    921678624735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail25,907 miles (+3,992)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,907 miles
    Test number
    422935370025
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)
  14. Pass21,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    21,915 miles
    Test number
    985194638841
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Fail21,905 miles (+4,039)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,905 miles
    Test number
    825376092309
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass17,866 miles (+2,327)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,866 miles
    Test number
    107898705245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,539 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    15,539 miles
    Test number
    828484544227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,945 miles (+1,773)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    11,945 miles
    Test number
    325825243244
    • NoteSmall stone chip in windscreen
  19. Pass10,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    10,172 miles
    Test number
    888544632219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail10,172 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,172 miles
    Test number
    467243332253
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut sidewall

Questions about LP59 RBF

Does LP59 RBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP59 RBF is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP59 RBF?
The MOT on LP59 RBF is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP59 RBF done?
LP59 RBF was recorded at 69,789 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 4,264 miles a year.
Has LP59 RBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP59 RBF has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LP59 RBF 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 LP59 RBF find?
LP59 RBF passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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