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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 FTJMOT history

LS59 FTJ is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 139,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
139,462 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 FTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 FTJ was last recorded at 139,462 miles on 10 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Apr 2026: 139,462 miles, lower than 139,622 miles on 9 Apr 2026.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,622 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Average per year
8,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,462 miles
  • 2024 – 122,123 miles
  • 2023 – 109,229 miles
  • 2022 – 96,718 miles
  • 2021 – 85,911 miles
  • 2019 – 79,524 miles
  • 2018 – 73,287 miles
  • 2017 – 66,833 miles
  • 2016 – 59,384 miles
  • 2015 – 51,029 miles
  • 2014 – 45,667 miles
  • 2013 – 37,886 miles
  • 2012 – 30,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,462 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Mirror glass insecure.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber bump stop heavily perished.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber bump stop heavily perished.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre void of tread on outside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,462 miles (-160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    139,462 miles
    Test number
    365529557979
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail139,622 miles (+17,499)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,622 miles
    Test number
    772514213480
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,123 miles (+12,894)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    122,123 miles
    Test number
    105988800049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass109,229 miles (+12,511)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,229 miles
    Test number
    544197567925
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass96,718 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    96,718 miles
    Test number
    301280559281
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Mirror glass insecure. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber bump stop heavily perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber bump stop heavily perished.

  6. Fail96,718 miles (+10,807)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,718 miles
    Test number
    973272652243
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper front outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Mirror glass insecure. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber bump stop heavily perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber bump stop heavily perished.

  7. Pass85,911 miles (+6,387)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    659332741923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,524 miles
    Test number
    541845297485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail79,524 miles (+6,237)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,524 miles
    Test number
    116582409053
    • Repaired at testService brake lagging in operation brake pedal "spongy",low pressure. (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass73,287 miles (+6,454)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    73,287 miles
    Test number
    572821198858
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chips in front screen.

  11. Pass66,833 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    66,833 miles
    Test number
    288824264316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre void of tread on outside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail66,787 miles (+7,403)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    275606947428
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre void of tread on outside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass59,384 miles (+8,355)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,384 miles
    Test number
    822520389388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,029 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    51,029 miles
    Test number
    998966778447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,667 miles (+7,781)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,667 miles
    Test number
    918427914393
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass37,886 miles (+7,846)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    37,886 miles
    Test number
    335740323336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,040 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,040 miles
    Test number
    469212722425
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS59 FTJ

Does LS59 FTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 FTJ is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 FTJ?
The MOT on LS59 FTJ is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 FTJ done?
LS59 FTJ was recorded at 139,462 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 8,170 miles a year.
Has LS59 FTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 FTJ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 FTJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS59 FTJ find?
LS59 FTJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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