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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 3,000 cc

LS59 BXMMOT history

LS59 BXM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 122,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LS59 BXM blue 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 Apr 2027
Mileage
122,627 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 BXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 BXM was last recorded at 122,627 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 5,489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,138 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,489 miles
Average per year
5,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,627 miles
  • 2025 – 117,138 miles
  • 2024 – 110,771 miles
  • 2023 – 101,556 miles
  • 2022 – 93,805 miles
  • 2021 – 91,397 miles
  • 2020 – 87,411 miles
  • 2019 – 84,294 miles
  • 2018 – 80,995 miles
  • 2017 – 76,608 miles
  • 2016 – 73,135 miles
  • 2015 – 68,114 miles
  • 2014 – 63,732 miles
  • 2013 – 57,771 miles
  • 2012 – 45,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,627 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (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 Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Lower slight damage to bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,627 miles (+5,489)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    122,627 miles
    Test number
    736259957933
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    117,138 miles
    Test number
    104819127142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail117,138 miles (+6,367)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,138 miles
    Test number
    568101705955
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass110,771 miles (+9,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    110,771 miles
    Test number
    425399479435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall x3 cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass101,556 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    101,556 miles
    Test number
    346738068717
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail101,540 miles (+7,735)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,540 miles
    Test number
    752065074011
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass93,805 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,805 miles
    Test number
    950173099274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    91,397 miles
    Test number
    689462459339
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower slight damage to bumper

  9. Fail91,397 miles (+3,986)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,397 miles
    Test number
    335930283358
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower slight damage to bumper

  10. Pass87,411 miles (+3,117)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,411 miles
    Test number
    437701716530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass84,294 miles (+3,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,294 miles
    Test number
    268588914810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass80,995 miles (+4,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,995 miles
    Test number
    130161747635
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass76,608 miles (+3,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,608 miles
    Test number
    817526521685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber bump stops worn

  14. Pass73,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,135 miles
    Test number
    263984930293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,135 miles (+5,021)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,135 miles
    Test number
    143393058042
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass68,114 miles (+4,382)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,114 miles
    Test number
    255254125212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,732 miles (+5,961)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,732 miles
    Test number
    369107324414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,771 miles (+11,778)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,771 miles
    Test number
    559286923267
    • NoteAppers to be small crack in N/S/R wheel rim

  19. Pass45,993 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,993 miles
    Test number
    556530922221
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSome cuts in both rear tyre treads

Questions about LS59 BXM

Does LS59 BXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 BXM is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 BXM?
The MOT on LS59 BXM is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 BXM done?
LS59 BXM was recorded at 122,627 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,584 miles a year.
Has LS59 BXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 BXM has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 BXM 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 BXM find?
LS59 BXM passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 9 advisories: central heat shield loose; coolant leak; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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