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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 LHHMOT history

LS59 LHH is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 239,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

LS59 LHH black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
239,488 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 LHH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 LHH was last recorded at 239,488 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 81 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,407 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
81 miles
Average per year
11,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 239,488 miles
  • 2025 – 218,007 miles
  • 2024 – 195,561 miles
  • 2023 – 181,574 miles
  • 2022 – 172,019 miles
  • 2021 – 161,037 miles
  • 2020 – 148,935 miles
  • 2019 – 140,779 miles
  • 2018 – 126,217 miles
  • 2017 – 111,410 miles
  • 2015 – 104,015 miles
  • 2014 – 97,157 miles
  • 2013 – 81,760 miles
  • 2012 – 75,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,488 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,488 miles (+81)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    239,488 miles
    Test number
    610506157957
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail239,407 miles (+21,400)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,407 miles
    Test number
    638106962067
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working washers not tested (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass218,007 miles (+22,446)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    218,007 miles
    Test number
    272166353467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass195,561 miles (+676)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    195,561 miles
    Test number
    934429121913
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre on approx 3mm and worn low on inner edge of the tread

  5. Fail194,885 miles (+13,311)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,885 miles
    Test number
    129237294409
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre on approx 3mm and worn low on inner edge of the tread

  6. Pass181,574 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    181,574 miles
    Test number
    200238124527
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail181,574 miles (+9,555)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,574 miles
    Test number
    113456192196
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass172,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    172,019 miles
    Test number
    864985583909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail172,019 miles (+10,982)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,019 miles
    Test number
    499261737116
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass161,037 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    161,037 miles
    Test number
    853307297732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail161,037 miles (+12,102)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,037 miles
    Test number
    365891449852
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass148,935 miles (+8,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    148,935 miles
    Test number
    328728042475
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass140,779 miles (+14,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,779 miles
    Test number
    236562338569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass126,217 miles (+14,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    126,217 miles
    Test number
    780359497554
    • 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)

  15. Pass111,410 miles (+7,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,410 miles
    Test number
    697417022983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass104,015 miles (+6,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    104,015 miles
    Test number
    951578367346
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass97,157 miles (+15,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,157 miles
    Test number
    439028504371
    • 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)

  18. Pass81,760 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    188263933313
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  19. Fail81,760 miles (+6,225)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    877856823378
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass75,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    565134912394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,535 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    206624912385
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS59 LHH

Does LS59 LHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 LHH is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 LHH?
The MOT on LS59 LHH is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 LHH done?
LS59 LHH was recorded at 239,488 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 11,903 miles a year.
Has LS59 LHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 LHH has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 LHH 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 LHH find?
LS59 LHH passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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