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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 CBVMOT history

LS59 CBV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 161,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2023.

LS59 CBV black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2024
Mileage
161,263 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2023
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 CBV
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
16 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 CBV was last recorded at 161,263 miles on 11 Jul 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,263 miles · 7 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 161,263 miles
  • 2022 – 154,853 miles
  • 2021 – 151,056 miles
  • 2020 – 145,627 miles
  • 2019 – 129,165 miles
  • 2018 – 111,962 miles
  • 2017 – 100,004 miles
  • 2016 – 82,688 miles
  • 2015 – 77,062 miles
  • 2014 – 68,699 miles
  • 2013 – 60,097 miles
  • 2012 – 47,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,263 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,263 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    161,263 miles
    Test number
    276737426686
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail161,263 miles (+6,410)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,263 miles
    Test number
    606979594205
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass154,853 miles (+3,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    154,853 miles
    Test number
    601062309036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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))

  4. Pass151,056 miles (+5,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    151,056 miles
    Test number
    977932474837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass145,627 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    145,627 miles
    Test number
    578398174789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail145,627 miles (+16,462)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,627 miles
    Test number
    641868146174
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass129,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,165 miles
    Test number
    647916221422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail129,165 miles (+17,203)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,165 miles
    Test number
    552301380773
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass111,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    111,962 miles
    Test number
    625445815488
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both Rear Top Arms. (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail111,926 miles (+11,922)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,926 miles
    Test number
    526662223307
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both Rear Top Arms. (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass100,004 miles (+17,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    987615824842
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/35/18 (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass82,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,688 miles
    Test number
    299824753081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,688 miles (+5,626)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,688 miles
    Test number
    200119094095
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass77,062 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,062 miles
    Test number
    392462797733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,972 miles (+8,273)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,972 miles
    Test number
    677410599378
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  16. Fail68,699 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,699 miles
    Test number
    357190934304
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass68,699 miles (+8,602)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    68,699 miles
    Test number
    546690834373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,097 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,097 miles
    Test number
    335469203366
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll tyres worn on subtreads

  19. Pass60,097 miles (+12,467)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,097 miles
    Test number
    629379103325
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll tyres worn on subtreads

  20. Pass47,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,630 miles
    Test number
    176600722359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 CBV

Does LS59 CBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 CBV expired on 10 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 CBV?
The MOT on LS59 CBV expired on 10 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 CBV done?
LS59 CBV was recorded at 161,263 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2023, an average of 10,670 miles a year.
Has LS59 CBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 CBV has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LS59 CBV 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 CBV find?
LS59 CBV passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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