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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LR59 PBXMOT history

LR59 PBX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LR59 PBX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
109,595 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 PBX
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
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 PBX was last recorded at 109,595 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 2,853 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,742 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,853 miles
Average per year
6,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,595 miles
  • 2025 – 106,742 miles
  • 2024 – 103,847 miles
  • 2023 – 101,577 miles
  • 2022 – 94,461 miles
  • 2021 – 88,679 miles
  • 2019 – 87,605 miles
  • 2018 – 82,705 miles
  • 2017 – 73,011 miles
  • 2016 – 63,309 miles
  • 2015 – 50,376 miles
  • 2014 – 37,636 miles
  • 2013 – 26,130 miles
  • 2012 – 19,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,595 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,595 miles (+2,853)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    109,595 miles
    Test number
    581675648761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass106,742 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,742 miles
    Test number
    554790472270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail106,740 miles (+2,893)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,740 miles
    Test number
    919129678950
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass103,847 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    103,847 miles
    Test number
    750592151474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail103,847 miles (+2,270)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,847 miles
    Test number
    356782521375
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,577 miles (+7,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    101,577 miles
    Test number
    872119055549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight bind from nsr brake.

  7. Pass94,461 miles (+5,782)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,461 miles
    Test number
    618054661861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,679 miles
    Test number
    745614523702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,678 miles (+1,073)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,678 miles
    Test number
    203595119463
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass87,605 miles (+4,900)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,605 miles
    Test number
    617257485876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,705 miles (+9,694)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    82,705 miles
    Test number
    104381871481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,011 miles (+9,702)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,011 miles
    Test number
    566140259026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  13. Pass63,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,309 miles
    Test number
    940917977252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,309 miles (+12,933)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,309 miles
    Test number
    667592717525
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  15. Pass50,376 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,376 miles
    Test number
    511118112032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in thread

  16. Fail50,376 miles (+12,740)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,376 miles
    Test number
    325103048080
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working led ring type fitted (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in thread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit plus bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUneven rear tyre wear advice 4 wheel alignment

  17. Pass37,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,636 miles
    Test number
    298177964232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,636 miles (+11,506)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,636 miles
    Test number
    615466064282
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass26,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    26,130 miles
    Test number
    579740473202
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail26,130 miles (+6,207)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,130 miles
    Test number
    987868463225
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteService due on age

  21. Pass19,923 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,923 miles
    Test number
    699984562208
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR59 PBX

Does LR59 PBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 PBX is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 PBX?
The MOT on LR59 PBX is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 PBX done?
LR59 PBX was recorded at 109,595 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 6,593 miles a year.
Has LR59 PBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 PBX has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR59 PBX 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 PBX find?
LR59 PBX passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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