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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 LJXMOT history

LS59 LJX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 241,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LS59 LJX 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 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
241,052 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 LJX
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
20 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 LJX was last recorded at 241,052 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 12,643 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jul 2014: 100,298 miles, lower than 100,426 miles on 2 Jul 2014.

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
228,409 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
12,643 miles
Average per year
11,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 241,052 miles
  • 2025 – 228,409 miles
  • 2024 – 207,679 miles
  • 2023 – 192,692 miles
  • 2020 – 189,431 miles
  • 2019 – 163,537 miles
  • 2018 – 132,989 miles
  • 2017 – 127,444 miles
  • 2016 – 119,222 miles
  • 2014 – 100,298 miles
  • 2013 – 90,430 miles
  • 2012 – 90,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,052 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,052 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    241,052 miles
    Test number
    129495472780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail241,052 miles (+12,643)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,052 miles
    Test number
    829535609678
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass228,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    228,409 miles
    Test number
    787253502650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail228,409 miles (+20,730)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,409 miles
    Test number
    377744710741
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  5. Pass207,679 miles (+14,987)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    207,679 miles
    Test number
    932009030491
    • AdvisoryCentre heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass192,692 miles (+3,261)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    192,692 miles
    Test number
    199244558940
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass189,431 miles (+25,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    189,431 miles
    Test number
    134287487189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass163,537 miles (+30,548)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,537 miles
    Test number
    499111302756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,989 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    132,989 miles
    Test number
    598506883309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,444 miles (+8,222)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    127,444 miles
    Test number
    112923784380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,222 miles
    Test number
    137844209701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    758170395100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,298 miles (-128)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,298 miles
    Test number
    705095384115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,426 miles (+9,996)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,426 miles
    Test number
    499703184179
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass90,430 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    887862893148
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail90,430 miles (+192)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    479011093154
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass90,238 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    90,238 miles
    Test number
    716126652307
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteLow diesel emittor
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail90,238 miles (+4,638)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,238 miles
    Test number
    947096652392
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteLow diesel emittor
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass85,600 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    85,600 miles
    Test number
    425038462266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LS59 LJX

Does LS59 LJX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 LJX is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 LJX?
The MOT on LS59 LJX is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 LJX done?
LS59 LJX was recorded at 241,052 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 11,680 miles a year.
Has LS59 LJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 LJX has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 LJX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS59 LJX find?
LS59 LJX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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