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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,996 cc

LS59 JVTMOT history

LS59 JVT is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 226,060 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2022.

LS59 JVT 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 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
226,060 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2022
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
15,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 JVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 JVT was last recorded at 226,060 miles on 20 Oct 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,060 miles · 15 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
15,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 226,060 miles
  • 2021 – 221,364 miles
  • 2020 – 207,787 miles
  • 2019 – 195,149 miles
  • 2018 – 178,365 miles
  • 2017 – 159,148 miles
  • 2016 – 141,438 miles
  • 2015 – 130,707 miles
  • 2014 – 109,882 miles
  • 2013 – 91,428 miles
  • 2012 – 67,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,060 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass226,060 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    226,060 miles
    Test number
    419138840145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail226,060 miles (+4,696)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,060 miles
    Test number
    500869858713
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers not tested for effectiveness
  3. Pass221,364 miles (+13,577)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    221,364 miles
    Test number
    779604587445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass207,787 miles (+12,638)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    207,787 miles
    Test number
    944284260531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass195,149 miles (+16,784)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    195,149 miles
    Test number
    106269282914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass178,365 miles (+19,217)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    178,365 miles
    Test number
    963624069803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass159,148 miles (+17,710)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    159,148 miles
    Test number
    399397220420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,438 miles (+10,731)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    141,438 miles
    Test number
    860897234254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,707 miles (+20,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    130,707 miles
    Test number
    288150202561
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass109,882 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,882 miles
    Test number
    515102874249
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  11. Fail109,882 miles (+18,454)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,882 miles
    Test number
    347679064486
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass91,428 miles (+24,248)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    91,428 miles
    Test number
    507815103307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,180 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,180 miles
    Test number
    208708972209
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front outer wheel rim damaged

Questions about LS59 JVT

Does LS59 JVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 JVT expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 JVT?
The MOT on LS59 JVT expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 JVT done?
LS59 JVT was recorded at 226,060 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2022, an average of 15,821 miles a year.
Has LS59 JVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 JVT has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LS59 JVT 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 JVT find?
LS59 JVT passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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