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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 CAOMOT history

LS59 CAO is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 117,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LS59 CAO grey 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 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
117,373 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 CAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 CAO was last recorded at 117,373 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 4,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,136 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,237 miles
Average per year
7,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,373 miles
  • 2024 – 113,136 miles
  • 2023 – 110,624 miles
  • 2021 – 89,369 miles
  • 2020 – 73,621 miles
  • 2019 – 62,252 miles
  • 2018 – 54,674 miles
  • 2017 – 47,896 miles
  • 2016 – 45,935 miles
  • 2015 – 42,712 miles
  • 2014 – 37,685 miles
  • 2013 – 27,428 miles
  • 2012 – 21,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,373 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,373 miles (+4,237)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    117,373 miles
    Test number
    482962964860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,136 miles (+74)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    113,136 miles
    Test number
    283586199472
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail113,062 miles (+2,438)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,062 miles
    Test number
    681395348908
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass110,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    110,624 miles
    Test number
    354073000684
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail110,624 miles1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,624 miles
    Test number
    724743135972
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass167,805 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    167,805 km
    Test number
    500589127502
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass89,369 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,369 miles
    Test number
    321926772287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake needs adjustment
  8. Fail89,315 miles (+15,694)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,315 miles
    Test number
    448744169852
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.25mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.92mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake needs adjustment
  9. Pass73,621 miles (+11,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,621 miles
    Test number
    682048276278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass62,252 miles (+7,578)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,252 miles
    Test number
    870937264378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  11. Pass54,674 miles (+6,778)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    54,674 miles
    Test number
    137774745492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,896 miles (+1,961)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    47,896 miles
    Test number
    769596713184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,935 miles (+3,223)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    45,935 miles
    Test number
    460927132813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,712 miles (+5,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    42,712 miles
    Test number
    734582629208
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. Pass37,685 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,685 miles
    Test number
    727820364201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,463 miles (+10,035)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,463 miles
    Test number
    377264754472
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
  17. Pass27,428 miles (+5,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,428 miles
    Test number
    915270263250
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass21,630 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    21,630 miles
    Test number
    919521272295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,601 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,601 miles
    Test number
    486830172236
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS59 CAO

Does LS59 CAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 CAO is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS59 CAO?
The MOT on LS59 CAO is valid until 4 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 CAO done?
LS59 CAO was recorded at 117,373 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 7,294 miles a year.
Has LS59 CAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 CAO has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS59 CAO 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 CAO find?
LS59 CAO passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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