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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 AUHMOT history

LS59 AUH is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 96,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LS59 AUH silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
96,179 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 AUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 AUH was last recorded at 96,179 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,266 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
913 miles
Average per year
6,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,179 miles
  • 2025 – 95,266 miles
  • 2024 – 88,179 miles
  • 2023 – 73,684 miles
  • 2022 – 65,027 miles
  • 2021 – 59,907 miles
  • 2020 – 57,443 miles
  • 2019 – 50,883 miles
  • 2018 – 46,966 miles
  • 2017 – 42,975 miles
  • 2016 – 39,324 miles
  • 2015 – 35,517 miles
  • 2014 – 26,343 miles
  • 2013 – 17,689 miles
  • 2012 – 11,908 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,179 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,179 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    96,179 miles
    Test number
    307846901880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail96,176 miles (+910)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,176 miles
    Test number
    190451015152
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,266 miles (+7,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    95,266 miles
    Test number
    299829777303
    • 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. Pass88,179 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    88,179 miles
    Test number
    572366819694
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH REARS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF THE SILL AREA

  5. Fail88,179 miles (+14,495)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,179 miles
    Test number
    132288096179
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH REARS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF THE SILL AREA

  6. Pass73,684 miles (+8,657)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    73,684 miles
    Test number
    771700337881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,027 miles
    Test number
    893057291091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,025 miles (+5,118)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,025 miles
    Test number
    784079882757
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Link (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Link (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass59,907 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    59,907 miles
    Test number
    572197040869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,443 miles (+6,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,443 miles
    Test number
    376577304411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,883 miles (+3,917)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    50,883 miles
    Test number
    709632728765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,966 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    46,966 miles
    Test number
    661890854391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,956 miles (+3,981)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,956 miles
    Test number
    824836820702
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass42,975 miles (+3,651)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,975 miles
    Test number
    941156871174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,324 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,324 miles
    Test number
    150995768323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,517 miles (+9,174)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,517 miles
    Test number
    743315798454
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHead lights adjusted
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass26,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,343 miles
    Test number
    467899064272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail26,343 miles (+8,654)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,343 miles
    Test number
    345069064463
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass17,689 miles (+5,781)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    17,689 miles
    Test number
    758798743288
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass11,908 miles (+47)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    11,908 miles
    Test number
    816089662204
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Fail11,861 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,861 miles
    Test number
    548874862235
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LS59 AUH

Does LS59 AUH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 AUH is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 AUH?
The MOT on LS59 AUH is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 AUH done?
LS59 AUH was recorded at 96,179 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 6,285 miles a year.
Has LS59 AUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 AUH has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 AUH 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 LS59 AUH find?
LS59 AUH passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear subframe mounting repair covered in underseal, and 1 more.

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