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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 BEYMOT history

LS59 BEY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LS59 BEY 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 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,451 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 BEY
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
12 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 BEY was last recorded at 94,451 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,336 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
115 miles
Average per year
3,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,451 miles
  • 2024 – 90,354 miles
  • 2022 – 82,159 miles
  • 2021 – 75,862 miles
  • 2020 – 66,878 miles
  • 2019 – 61,904 miles
  • 2018 – 58,975 miles
  • 2017 – 54,804 miles
  • 2016 – 54,213 miles
  • 2015 – 52,462 miles
  • 2014 – 50,467 miles
  • 2013 – 48,395 miles
  • 2012 – 46,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,451 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine cover not check engine component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,451 miles (+115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,451 miles
    Test number
    187512161985
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail94,336 miles (+3,982)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,336 miles
    Test number
    122120476094
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box cut open at top (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass90,354 miles (+8,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    90,354 miles
    Test number
    980373717539
    • 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass82,159 miles (+6,297)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,159 miles
    Test number
    929443209493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,862 miles (+881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,862 miles
    Test number
    297158724496
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Fail74,981 miles (+8,103)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,981 miles
    Test number
    378133116452
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass66,878 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    66,878 miles
    Test number
    744376824702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,904 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,904 miles
    Test number
    534637018056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,975 miles (+4,171)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,975 miles
    Test number
    488644614784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,804 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    54,804 miles
    Test number
    626436278758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,213 miles (+1,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,213 miles
    Test number
    930682237415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  12. Pass52,462 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,462 miles
    Test number
    488925609478
    • AdvisoryEngine cover not check engine component
  13. Fail52,440 miles (+1,973)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,440 miles
    Test number
    362564854256
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted missing (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted missing (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover not check engine component
  14. Pass50,467 miles (+2,072)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,467 miles
    Test number
    316568654277
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre are cut on sidewall
  15. Pass48,395 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,395 miles
    Test number
    278739763246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,321 miles
    Test number
    308048272268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,321 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,321 miles
    Test number
    435938872205
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS59 BEY

Does LS59 BEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 BEY is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS59 BEY?
The MOT on LS59 BEY is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 BEY done?
LS59 BEY was recorded at 94,451 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 3,646 miles a year.
Has LS59 BEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 BEY has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 BEY 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 BEY find?
LS59 BEY passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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