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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 NVFMOT history

LS59 NVF is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 240,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

LS59 NVF blue 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 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
240,303 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 NVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 NVF was last recorded at 240,303 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 14,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,569 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
14,734 miles
Average per year
12,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 240,303 miles
  • 2025 – 225,569 miles
  • 2024 – 213,674 miles
  • 2023 – 203,320 miles
  • 2022 – 200,372 miles
  • 2021 – 196,786 miles
  • 2020 – 194,166 miles
  • 2019 – 187,345 miles
  • 2018 – 173,141 miles
  • 2017 – 151,444 miles
  • 2016 – 132,672 miles
  • 2015 – 112,650 miles
  • 2013 – 85,512 miles
  • 2012 – 67,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,303 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all bushes (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.

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    240,303 miles
    Test number
    342919193438
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail240,303 miles (+14,734)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,303 miles
    Test number
    950596961442
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass225,569 miles (+11,895)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    225,569 miles
    Test number
    774112119245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass213,674 miles (+10,354)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    213,674 miles
    Test number
    603675819364
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. pull left (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake back plate missing

  5. Pass203,320 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    203,320 miles
    Test number
    768210428671
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail203,319 miles (+2,947)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,319 miles
    Test number
    685206681798
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken BOTH sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. fronts pull to right (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rears pull to left (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake low effort

  7. Pass200,372 miles (+3,586)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    200,372 miles
    Test number
    934939791464
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  8. Pass196,786 miles (+2,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    196,786 miles
    Test number
    415513697984
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted; under trays fitted; sill covers fitted

  9. Pass194,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    194,166 miles
    Test number
    137633260414
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail194,166 miles (+6,821)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,166 miles
    Test number
    641609363688
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass187,345 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    187,345 miles
    Test number
    984011336539
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail187,345 miles (+14,204)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,345 miles
    Test number
    729913569863
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass173,141 miles (+21,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    173,141 miles
    Test number
    941639045191
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively rear both sides slight (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Pass151,444 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    151,444 miles
    Test number
    682331489224
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

  15. Fail151,444 miles (+18,772)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,444 miles
    Test number
    318575455115
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass132,672 miles (+20,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    132,672 miles
    Test number
    779310481848
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass112,650 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    141899125923
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted under trays fitted

  18. Pass153,073 km1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    153,073 km
    Test number
    145973684289
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass85,512 miles (+17,639)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,512 miles
    Test number
    258576973268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,873 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,873 miles
    Test number
    759222472284
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS59 NVF

Does LS59 NVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 NVF is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 NVF?
The MOT on LS59 NVF is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 NVF done?
LS59 NVF was recorded at 240,303 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 12,296 miles a year.
Has LS59 NVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 NVF has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 NVF 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 NVF find?
LS59 NVF passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all bushes.

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