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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LS59 AUJMOT history

LS59 AUJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

LS59 AUJ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
142,663 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 AUJ
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
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 AUJ was last recorded at 142,663 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 7,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,055 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,608 miles
Average per year
8,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,663 miles
  • 2025 – 135,055 miles
  • 2024 – 129,545 miles
  • 2023 – 123,784 miles
  • 2022 – 111,100 miles
  • 2021 – 100,572 miles
  • 2020 – 89,356 miles
  • 2019 – 81,119 miles
  • 2018 – 71,856 miles
  • 2016 – 56,401 miles
  • 2015 – 43,730 miles
  • 2014 – 35,417 miles
  • 2013 – 23,304 miles
  • 2012 – 21,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,663 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement HUB CARRIER BUSH WORN (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Road wheel fractured

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear brake discs worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,663 miles (+7,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    142,663 miles
    Test number
    440163122890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement HUB CARRIER BUSH WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,055 miles (+5,510)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    135,055 miles
    Test number
    824347158505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass129,545 miles (+5,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    129,545 miles
    Test number
    354899811006
    • AdvisoryFront engine leaking oil onto undertray
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,784 miles (+12,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    123,784 miles
    Test number
    388755276094
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under tray fitted

  5. Pass111,100 miles (+10,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    111,100 miles
    Test number
    975176105591
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner arch trims worn
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

  6. Pass100,572 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,572 miles
    Test number
    962813253506
    • MinorFront Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four inner alloy wheel rims welded
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wing shields worn
    • AdvisoryCut in OSR tyre outer edge - no cords showing

  7. Fail100,572 miles (+11,216)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,572 miles
    Test number
    746327337183
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four inner alloy wheel rims welded
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wing shields worn
    • AdvisoryCut in OSR tyre outer edge - no cords showing

  8. Pass89,356 miles (+8,237)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,356 miles
    Test number
    641838697697
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass81,119 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    81,119 miles
    Test number
    579550402274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Fail81,118 miles (+9,262)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,118 miles
    Test number
    605717749408
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorEmission control equipment missing where fitted as standard dpf missing (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  11. Pass71,856 miles (+313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    71,856 miles
    Test number
    512182306017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear stop lamp has one bulb not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber top shroud loose
    • AdvisoryBulb inoperative light on dashboard

  12. Fail71,543 miles (+15,142)3 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,543 miles
    Test number
    936067558940
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner upper rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass56,401 miles (+2,720)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,401 miles
    Test number
    509325364294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBottom arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and judder
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn

  14. Fail53,681 miles (+9,951)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,681 miles
    Test number
    449512592418
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront bottom arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn

  15. Pass43,730 miles (+12)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,730 miles
    Test number
    179918765184
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail43,718 miles (+8,301)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,718 miles
    Test number
    858047165150
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass35,417 miles (+12,113)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,417 miles
    Test number
    216490374172
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres showing wear on inner edges

  18. Pass23,304 miles (+1,978)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,304 miles
    Test number
    269002773491
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass21,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    21,326 miles
    Test number
    767235042268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail21,326 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,326 miles
    Test number
    376975042441
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS59 AUJ

Does LS59 AUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 AUJ is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 AUJ?
The MOT on LS59 AUJ is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 AUJ done?
LS59 AUJ was recorded at 142,663 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 8,771 miles a year.
Has LS59 AUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 AUJ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LS59 AUJ 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 AUJ find?
LS59 AUJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub carrier bush worn.

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