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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 MHZMOT history

LS59 MHZ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 106,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

LS59 MHZ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
106,889 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 MHZ
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
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 MHZ was last recorded at 106,889 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 6,671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,218 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,671 miles
Average per year
6,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,889 miles
  • 2025 – 100,218 miles
  • 2024 – 94,800 miles
  • 2023 – 85,902 miles
  • 2022 – 80,694 miles
  • 2021 – 71,842 miles
  • 2020 – 67,122 miles
  • 2019 – 58,176 miles
  • 2018 – 53,399 miles
  • 2017 – 51,076 miles
  • 2016 – 46,377 miles
  • 2015 – 38,049 miles
  • 2014 – 29,860 miles
  • 2013 – 20,891 miles
  • 2012 – 13,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,889 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUpper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,889 miles (+6,671)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    106,889 miles
    Test number
    780564598554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUpper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    100,218 miles
    Test number
    129372339070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail100,216 miles (+5,416)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,216 miles
    Test number
    514979534049
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass94,800 miles (+8,898)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,800 miles
    Test number
    735442041044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,902 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,902 miles
    Test number
    670949419661
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail85,891 miles (+5,197)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,891 miles
    Test number
    599129937718
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,694 miles (+8,852)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    80,694 miles
    Test number
    895104385472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,842 miles (+4,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    71,842 miles
    Test number
    589506181296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass67,122 miles (+8,946)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    67,122 miles
    Test number
    344856415787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

  10. Pass58,176 miles (+4,777)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    58,176 miles
    Test number
    807836529367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,399 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,399 miles
    Test number
    208083184341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,076 miles (+4,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,076 miles
    Test number
    757394885455
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass46,377 miles (+8,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,377 miles
    Test number
    513018871871
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass38,049 miles (+8,189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,049 miles
    Test number
    737246386073
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre out of shape

  15. Pass29,860 miles (+8,969)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,860 miles
    Test number
    349473954459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre is slightly stepped on the inner and outer edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on the inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn on the inner and outer edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass20,891 miles (+6,989)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    20,891 miles
    Test number
    179445243234
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass13,902 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    13,902 miles
    Test number
    575752762268
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail13,902 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,902 miles
    Test number
    888662862255
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS59 MHZ

Does LS59 MHZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 MHZ is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 MHZ?
The MOT on LS59 MHZ is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 MHZ done?
LS59 MHZ was recorded at 106,889 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 6,838 miles a year.
Has LS59 MHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 MHZ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 MHZ 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 MHZ find?
LS59 MHZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r & o/s/r.

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