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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 ELUMOT history

LS59 ELU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 121,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LS59 ELU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
121,566 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 ELU
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
5 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 ELU was last recorded at 121,566 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,566 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,566 miles
  • 2023 – 115,756 miles
  • 2022 – 102,498 miles
  • 2021 – 88,840 miles
  • 2020 – 84,689 miles
  • 2019 – 78,926 miles
  • 2018 – 78,226 miles
  • 2017 – 69,156 miles
  • 2015 – 51,702 miles
  • 2014 – 41,783 miles
  • 2012 – 34,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,566 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,566 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,566 miles
    Test number
    923372572736
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  2. Fail121,566 miles (+5,810)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,566 miles
    Test number
    380032573339
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  3. Pass115,756 miles (+13,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,756 miles
    Test number
    737899801448
    • 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 worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass102,498 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,498 miles
    Test number
    202072801149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 also perished (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail102,498 miles (+13,658)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,498 miles
    Test number
    109766650071
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 also perished (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass88,840 miles (+4,151)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,840 miles
    Test number
    807213942693
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides [slightly perished around tread] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose [rear]

  7. Pass84,689 miles (+5,763)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,689 miles
    Test number
    319941691032
    • AdvisoryFront Both discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, they have nails in the tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass78,926 miles (+700)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,926 miles
    Test number
    184600967290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,226 miles (+9,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,226 miles
    Test number
    541997633100
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass69,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,156 miles
    Test number
    442427244683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    816408050932
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  12. Pass51,702 miles (+9,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,702 miles
    Test number
    918609285037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass41,783 miles (+6,955)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,783 miles
    Test number
    559123594027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,828 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    34,828 miles
    Test number
    355306272432
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS59 ELU

Does LS59 ELU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 ELU is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS59 ELU?
The MOT on LS59 ELU is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 ELU done?
LS59 ELU was recorded at 121,566 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 6,596 miles a year.
Has LS59 ELU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 ELU has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 ELU 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 ELU find?
LS59 ELU passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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