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BMW 316

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 BZOMOT history

LS59 BZO is a black diesel BMW 316 first used on 5 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 200,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

LS59 BZO 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 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
200,826 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 BZO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 BZO was last recorded at 200,826 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 3,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,870 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,956 miles
Average per year
8,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,826 miles
  • 2025 – 196,870 miles
  • 2024 – 194,005 miles
  • 2023 – 185,477 miles
  • 2022 – 178,053 miles
  • 2021 – 169,121 miles
  • 2020 – 161,295 miles
  • 2019 – 149,190 miles
  • 2018 – 143,495 miles
  • 2017 – 136,833 miles
  • 2015 – 124,957 miles
  • 2014 – 114,611 miles
  • 2013 – 99,173 miles
  • 2012 – 86,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,826 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • All lights occasionally flicker

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,826 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    200,826 miles
    Test number
    799013203633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass196,870 miles (+2,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    196,870 miles
    Test number
    890338760840
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,005 miles (+8,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    194,005 miles
    Test number
    237033164539
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass185,477 miles (+7,424)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    185,477 miles
    Test number
    695675542351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Pass178,053 miles (+8,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    178,053 miles
    Test number
    320554516300
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber stems have slight play

  6. Pass169,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    169,121 miles
    Test number
    554685123610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail169,121 miles (+7,826)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,121 miles
    Test number
    223060580156
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass161,295 miles (+12,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    161,295 miles
    Test number
    999784654137
    • 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))

  9. Pass149,190 miles (+5,695)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    149,190 miles
    Test number
    786818293745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,495 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    143,495 miles
    Test number
    101014312908
    • AdvisoryAll lights occasionally flicker
    • AdvisoryBrake lights reduce to 50% output when rear fog lights are activated

  11. Fail143,493 miles (+6,660)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,493 miles
    Test number
    270314522042
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing top arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing top arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by rear fog lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryAll lights occasionally flicker

  12. Pass136,833 miles (+11,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    136,833 miles
    Test number
    970554042019
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to windscreen.

  13. Pass124,957 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    124,957 miles
    Test number
    690946911030
    • Advisory1. Nearside front tyre near legal limits, worn on inside edge.
    • Advisory2. Slight damage to windscreen.

  14. Fail124,950 miles (+10,339)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,950 miles
    Test number
    237749183529
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Advisory1. Nearside front tyre near legal limits, worn on inside edge.
    • Advisory2. Slight damage to windscreen.

  15. Pass114,611 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    114,611 miles
    Test number
    416177044435
    • Note1/ both front tyres wearing on edges

  16. Fail114,570 miles (+32)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,570 miles
    Test number
    467817044380
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Note1/ both front tyres wearing on edges

  17. Fail114,538 miles (+15,365)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,538 miles
    Test number
    347264184289
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass99,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    99,173 miles
    Test number
    277998973272
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail99,173 miles (+12,983)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,173 miles
    Test number
    846457673246
    • FailureNearside Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass86,190 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,190 miles
    Test number
    368612272496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LS59 BZO

Does LS59 BZO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 BZO is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 BZO?
The MOT on LS59 BZO is valid until 10 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 BZO done?
LS59 BZO was recorded at 200,826 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 8,580 miles a year.
Has LS59 BZO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 BZO has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LS59 BZO 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 BZO find?
LS59 BZO passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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