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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LR59 RCXMOT history

LR59 RCX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 148,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

LR59 RCX black 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 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
148,091 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 RCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 RCX was last recorded at 148,091 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 6,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Sept 2012: 22,122 miles, lower than 22,126 miles on 20 Sept 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
142,033 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,058 miles
Average per year
9,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,091 miles
  • 2025 – 142,033 miles
  • 2024 – 132,541 miles
  • 2023 – 125,920 miles
  • 2022 – 117,801 miles
  • 2021 – 109,347 miles
  • 2020 – 102,788 miles
  • 2019 – 91,202 miles
  • 2018 – 83,343 miles
  • 2017 – 74,090 miles
  • 2016 – 63,850 miles
  • 2015 – 52,214 miles
  • 2013 – 35,525 miles
  • 2012 – 22,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,091 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DICS WORN ON THE INSIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass148,091 miles (+6,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    148,091 miles
    Test number
    479234515442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DICS WORN ON THE INSIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass142,033 miles (+9,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    142,033 miles
    Test number
    740661908997
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass132,541 miles (+6,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    132,541 miles
    Test number
    383654359710
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,920 miles (+8,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    125,920 miles
    Test number
    511616855916
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass117,801 miles (+8,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    117,801 miles
    Test number
    143193487730
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,347 miles (+6,559)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    109,347 miles
    Test number
    738617139094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,788 miles (+11,586)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,788 miles
    Test number
    419220945910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,202 miles
    Test number
    617134840457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail91,202 miles (+7,859)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,202 miles
    Test number
    934515638808
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass83,343 miles (+9,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    83,343 miles
    Test number
    230915184391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  11. Pass74,090 miles (+10,240)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    192087792931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,850 miles (+11,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,850 miles
    Test number
    824635032926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres approx 3mm

  13. Pass52,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,214 miles
    Test number
    717532545094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,214 miles (+16,689)4 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,214 miles
    Test number
    235411945055
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass35,525 miles (+13,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,525 miles
    Test number
    966609523329
    • 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 (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass22,122 miles (-4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,122 miles
    Test number
    356885962482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,126 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,126 miles
    Test number
    588844762260
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR59 RCX

Does LR59 RCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 RCX is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 RCX?
The MOT on LR59 RCX is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 RCX done?
LR59 RCX was recorded at 148,091 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 9,401 miles a year.
Has LR59 RCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 RCX has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on LR59 RCX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR59 RCX find?
LR59 RCX passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front dics worn on the inside.

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