BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LR59 MYBMOT history

LR59 MYB is a bronze diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 222,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

LR59 MYB bronze 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 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
222,377 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,314 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LR59 MYB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 MYB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 MYB was last recorded at 222,377 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 7,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,900 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,477 miles
Average per year
12,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,377 miles
  • 2025 – 214,900 miles
  • 2024 – 208,961 miles
  • 2022 – 198,671 miles
  • 2021 – 192,957 miles
  • 2020 – 192,189 miles
  • 2019 – 181,873 miles
  • 2018 – 164,366 miles
  • 2017 – 147,379 miles
  • 2016 – 130,672 miles
  • 2015 – 111,570 miles
  • 2014 – 95,782 miles
  • 2013 – 77,909 miles
  • 2012 – 58,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,377 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted, Unable to inspect the full underside of the vehicle

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 Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass222,377 miles (+7,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    222,377 miles
    Test number
    837925314299
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted, Unable to inspect the full underside of the vehicle
  2. Pass214,900 miles (+5,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    214,900 miles
    Test number
    452721420724
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  3. Pass208,961 miles (+10,290)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    208,961 miles
    Test number
    559452003593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass198,671 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    198,671 miles
    Test number
    975085440248
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail198,669 miles (+5,712)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,669 miles
    Test number
    433884208369
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear edges (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass192,957 miles (+768)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    192,957 miles
    Test number
    961267366592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 19% (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass192,189 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    192,189 miles
    Test number
    442087499713
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail192,163 miles (+10,290)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,163 miles
    Test number
    730391776751
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass181,873 miles (+17,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    181,873 miles
    Test number
    133844375895
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass164,366 miles (+16,987)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    164,366 miles
    Test number
    386797656548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,379 miles (+16,707)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    147,379 miles
    Test number
    363325167314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,672 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,672 miles
    Test number
    999696384201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,670 miles (+19,100)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,670 miles
    Test number
    378713850660
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated contaminated & excessively swollen (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread area cords visible (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear possible fuel leak suspension components and brake flexible hose damp.
  14. Pass111,570 miles (+15,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    111,570 miles
    Test number
    972469775424
    • AdvisoryCuts to offside rear Tyre tread no cords visible.
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel a little high but not to excess.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear vehicle components including brake flexi hose have dampness of fuel on them no signs of leak.
  15. Pass95,782 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,782 miles
    Test number
    905758264271
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside Front Tyre Wearing On Both Inner & Outer Edges
    • NoteOffside Rear Tyre Wearing More On Inner Edge
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail95,782 miles (+17,873)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,782 miles
    Test number
    366659954469
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside Front Tyre Wearing On Both Inner & Outer Edges
    • NoteOffside Rear Tyre Wearing More On Inner Edge
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass77,909 miles (+19,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,909 miles
    Test number
    127266053284
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass58,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,724 miles
    Test number
    538295062244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 MYB

Does LR59 MYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 MYB is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 MYB?
The MOT on LR59 MYB is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 MYB done?
LR59 MYB was recorded at 222,377 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 12,314 miles a year.
Has LR59 MYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 MYB has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LR59 MYB 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 LR59 MYB find?
LR59 MYB passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; undertrays fitted, unable to inspect the full underside of the vehicle.

Browse all LR59M registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.