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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 BLKMOT history

LS59 BLK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 58,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

LS59 BLK blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,516 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 BLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 BLK was last recorded at 58,516 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,511 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,516 miles
  • 2025 – 58,408 miles
  • 2024 – 58,179 miles
  • 2022 – 57,916 miles
  • 2021 – 57,732 miles
  • 2019 – 57,070 miles
  • 2018 – 55,372 miles
  • 2017 – 52,169 miles
  • 2016 – 50,386 miles
  • 2015 – 44,811 miles
  • 2014 – 33,393 miles
  • 2013 – 23,896 miles
  • 2012 – 19,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,516 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,516 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,516 miles
    Test number
    184426073825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail58,511 miles (+103)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,511 miles
    Test number
    345624228918
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror cap missing (3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass58,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    58,408 miles
    Test number
    219507837842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail58,408 miles (+229)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,408 miles
    Test number
    991635521524
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass58,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    58,179 miles
    Test number
    675886596064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail58,179 miles (+263)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,179 miles
    Test number
    847041568430
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass57,916 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    57,916 miles
    Test number
    719454689230
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail57,916 miles (+184)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,916 miles
    Test number
    391723191572
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass57,732 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    416044281064
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail57,732 miles (+662)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    724215974236
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass57,070 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,070 miles
    Test number
    457993075126
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  12. Fail57,070 miles (+1,698)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,070 miles
    Test number
    187668505974
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working BOTH (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  13. Pass55,372 miles (+3,203)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,372 miles
    Test number
    428036005899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,169 miles
    Test number
    588684446502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,169 miles (+1,783)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,169 miles
    Test number
    596679585956
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass50,386 miles (+5,575)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,386 miles
    Test number
    961397891649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    44,811 miles
    Test number
    189749164168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,811 miles (+11,418)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,811 miles
    Test number
    405877006719
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass33,393 miles (+9,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    33,393 miles
    Test number
    638286264258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass23,896 miles (+3,913)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    23,896 miles
    Test number
    507828443238
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass19,983 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,983 miles
    Test number
    346459762291
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS59 BLK

Does LS59 BLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 BLK is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 BLK?
The MOT on LS59 BLK is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 BLK done?
LS59 BLK was recorded at 58,516 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 2,775 miles a year.
Has LS59 BLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 BLK has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 BLK 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 BLK find?
LS59 BLK passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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