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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 LHYMOT history

LS59 LHY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 205,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LS59 LHY black 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 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
205,706 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 LHY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 LHY was last recorded at 205,706 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 11,296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,410 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,296 miles
Average per year
12,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,706 miles
  • 2025 – 194,410 miles
  • 2024 – 180,466 miles
  • 2023 – 164,212 miles
  • 2022 – 150,283 miles
  • 2021 – 145,313 miles
  • 2020 – 142,009 miles
  • 2019 – 137,888 miles
  • 2017 – 122,322 miles
  • 2016 – 100,774 miles
  • 2015 – 83,535 miles
  • 2014 – 67,266 miles
  • 2013 – 57,318 miles
  • 2012 – 46,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,706 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm/worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm/worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass205,706 miles (+11,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    205,706 miles
    Test number
    832871420061
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass194,410 miles (+13,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    194,410 miles
    Test number
    284723529826
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  3. Pass180,466 miles (+16,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    180,466 miles
    Test number
    808360531248
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass164,212 miles (+13,929)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    164,212 miles
    Test number
    923593695102
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Oil cooler and oil filter housing seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Rockercover gasket seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass150,283 miles (+4,970)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    150,283 miles
    Test number
    119119811154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass145,313 miles (+3,304)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    145,313 miles
    Test number
    950233271729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass142,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    142,009 miles
    Test number
    443192930490
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail142,009 miles (+4,121)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,009 miles
    Test number
    803641600903
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass137,888 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    137,888 miles
    Test number
    177979828264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail137,864 miles (+15,542)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,864 miles
    Test number
    708342567297
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass122,322 miles (+21,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    122,322 miles
    Test number
    432578420124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass100,774 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,774 miles
    Test number
    431909483892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm/worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm/worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNon run-flat tyres fitted to rear
    • AdvisoryWiper clearing poor
  13. Fail100,774 miles (+17,239)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,774 miles
    Test number
    239888142775
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm/worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm/worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNon run-flat tyres fitted to rear
    • AdvisoryWiper clearing poor
  14. Pass83,535 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,535 miles
    Test number
    535993152262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail83,535 miles (+16,269)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,535 miles
    Test number
    313257726626
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass67,266 miles (+9,948)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,266 miles
    Test number
    905127054104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass57,318 miles (+10,795)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,318 miles
    Test number
    235848973140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,523 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    46,523 miles
    Test number
    226185722313
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS59 LHY

Does LS59 LHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 LHY is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 LHY?
The MOT on LS59 LHY is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 LHY done?
LS59 LHY was recorded at 205,706 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 12,035 miles a year.
Has LS59 LHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 LHY has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LS59 LHY 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 LHY find?
LS59 LHY passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear coil spring corroded both side.

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