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BMW 316

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 FFJMOT history

LS59 FFJ is a blue diesel BMW 316 first used on 1 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 182,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2023.

LS59 FFJ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2024
Mileage
182,148 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,748 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 FFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 FFJ was last recorded at 182,148 miles on 15 Mar 2023, 264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,884 miles · 6 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
264 miles
Average per year
10,748 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 182,148 miles
  • 2022 – 172,589 miles
  • 2021 – 163,340 miles
  • 2020 – 153,746 miles
  • 2019 – 153,223 miles
  • 2018 – 147,772 miles
  • 2017 – 138,265 miles
  • 2016 – 130,350 miles
  • 2015 – 118,328 miles
  • 2014 – 110,050 miles
  • 2013 – 95,894 miles
  • 2012 – 69,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,148 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Subframe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both near limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,148 miles (+264)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    182,148 miles
    Test number
    891607068139
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail181,884 miles (+9,295)1 dangerous2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,884 miles
    Test number
    340364766142
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass172,589 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    172,589 miles
    Test number
    394788915833
    • AdvisoryDPF has visually been cut open/re-welded - letter/evidence received from vehicle presenter to say it was a weld repair to exhaust flexible pipe
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe corroded
  4. Fail172,528 miles (+9,188)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,528 miles
    Test number
    216940188975
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS / brake pad wear sensor wire (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe corroded
  5. Pass163,340 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    163,340 miles
    Test number
    358535117981
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both near limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail163,329 miles (+9,583)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,329 miles
    Test number
    381152270261
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both near limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass153,746 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    153,746 miles
    Test number
    606242121512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass153,223 miles (+5,451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    153,223 miles
    Test number
    780419764558
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs slightly ribbed on faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil on both front sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Pass147,772 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    147,772 miles
    Test number
    993913964917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail147,765 miles (+9,500)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,765 miles
    Test number
    769352212324
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass138,265 miles (+7,915)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    138,265 miles
    Test number
    924566100430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,350 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,350 miles
    Test number
    863938570298
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  13. Fail130,346 miles (+12,018)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,346 miles
    Test number
    632423299907
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Pass118,328 miles (+8,278)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    118,328 miles
    Test number
    152665670789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,050 miles (+14,156)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    110,050 miles
    Test number
    116492374203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,894 miles (+26,039)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,894 miles
    Test number
    356279943266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,855 miles
    Test number
    817486472296
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about LS59 FFJ

Does LS59 FFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 FFJ expired on 18 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 FFJ?
The MOT on LS59 FFJ expired on 18 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 FFJ done?
LS59 FFJ was recorded at 182,148 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2023, an average of 10,748 miles a year.
Has LS59 FFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 FFJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LS59 FFJ 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 FFJ find?
LS59 FFJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2023 with 2 minor defects: offside front brake hose slightly twisted; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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