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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 FFNMOT history

LS59 FFN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 228,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

LS59 FFN blue 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 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
228,128 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 FFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 FFN was last recorded at 228,128 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 12,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,888 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
12,240 miles
Average per year
10,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,128 miles
  • 2025 – 215,888 miles
  • 2024 – 199,360 miles
  • 2023 – 184,328 miles
  • 2022 – 169,293 miles
  • 2021 – 156,874 miles
  • 2020 – 153,770 miles
  • 2019 – 150,305 miles
  • 2018 – 141,364 miles
  • 2017 – 130,031 miles
  • 2016 – 121,228 miles
  • 2015 – 112,927 miles
  • 2014 – 105,070 miles
  • 2013 – 95,849 miles
  • 2012 – 80,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,128 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,128 miles (+12,240)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    228,128 miles
    Test number
    512222269191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass215,888 miles (+16,528)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    215,888 miles
    Test number
    410274634986
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap
  3. Pass199,360 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    199,360 miles
    Test number
    583762631939
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail199,360 miles (+15,032)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,360 miles
    Test number
    915348772095
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass184,328 miles (+15,035)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    184,328 miles
    Test number
    151910020672
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPark brake just passed test will need looking at soon
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass169,293 miles (+12,419)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    169,293 miles
    Test number
    157055913882
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight misting of oil
  7. Pass156,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    156,874 miles
    Test number
    232391049478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail156,874 miles (+3,104)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,874 miles
    Test number
    563711226601
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass153,770 miles (+3,465)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    153,770 miles
    Test number
    984339218261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass150,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,305 miles
    Test number
    174809369915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail150,305 miles (+8,941)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,305 miles
    Test number
    812998462807
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass141,364 miles (+11,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    141,364 miles
    Test number
    950840149972
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre scuffing on outside edge,new one advised very soon
  13. Pass130,031 miles (+8,803)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    130,031 miles
    Test number
    131251197219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,228 miles
    Test number
    620041040573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass121,223 miles (+8,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,223 miles
    Test number
    936468995742
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front tyres worn low outside edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)
  16. Pass112,927 miles (+7,857)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,927 miles
    Test number
    698579225201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,070 miles (+9,221)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,070 miles
    Test number
    396784324471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    95,849 miles
    Test number
    665083623207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail95,849 miles (+15,071)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,849 miles
    Test number
    386390123270
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass80,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,778 miles
    Test number
    956965872232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 FFN

Does LS59 FFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 FFN is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 FFN?
The MOT on LS59 FFN is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 FFN done?
LS59 FFN was recorded at 228,128 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 10,574 miles a year.
Has LS59 FFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 FFN has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LS59 FFN 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 FFN find?
LS59 FFN passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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